Please join us for the Spring 2022 Library Lightning Round Series. These brief presentations are intended to support VCCS library staff professional development and will explore topics in library service that enhance practical understanding of technical systems, establishing robust online presence with LibGuides, and innovative approaches to instruction. VCCS library staff are encouraged to attend all sessions; recordings will be available following the series.
Session 1: Technical Topics
Date: Tuesday, April 12
Time: 11:00 AM - Noon
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Session 2: Information Literacy Instruction Innovations
Date: Thursday, April 14
Time: 10:00 AM - 11: 00 AM
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Session 3: LibGuides Show and Tell
Date: Wednesday, April 20
Time: 11:00 AM - Noon
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Session 1: Technical Topics
Date: Tuesday, April 12
Time: 11:00 AM - Noon
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Presenters and topics:
- Lisa Bishop (JSRCC) - RFID tag acquisition overview
- Will Weaver (JSRCC) - Promote new materials with Primo custom links
- Michael Sarmiento (NVCC) - Print spine labels from Alma with SpineOMatic Cloud App
Session 2: Information Literacy Instruction Innovations
Date: Thursday, April 14
Time: 10:00 AM - 11: 00 AM
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Presenters and topics:
- Jennifer Walz (DCC) – Updated Canvas 'Library Skills Module' walkthrough
- Lynn Riggs & Denise Woetzel (JSRCC) - Collaborate with faculty to create research modules in Canvas
- Bethany Wright (TCC) - Information Literacy in Outer Space; or, adapting library instruction to different disciplines
Session 3: LibGuides Show and Tell
Date: Wednesday, April 20
Time: 11:00 AM - Noon
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Presenters and topics:
- Jennifer Walz (DCC) Code a functional Table of Contents for any guide
- Rebeca Parrott (JTCC) Deliver training for new staff
- Matthew Pierce (GCC) Promote collections in support of the college Truth & Reconciliation Plan
- Avie Thacker (BRCC) Promote collections with a Reading Recommendations LibGuide
- Jennifer Walz (DCC) Tips and ideas to refresh the look and feel of your existing guides
Tara Cassidy
Director of Library Services
Virginia's Community Colleges - System Office
Director of Library Services
Virginia's Community Colleges - System Office

