E-books, library programming and outreach, reference services, collection marketing and leading a book group are some of the webinar topics sought by the Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) for spring 2013. Proposals can be submitted via online form through December 1, 2012.
RUSA webinars are an opportunity for librarians to infuse their year with professional development they can conveniently - and affordably - pursue from the comfort of their home or office. Webinars will take place throughout the 2013 calendar year and will cover topics relevant to a broad range of librarians, library staff and library advocates.
Successful proposals will show plans for presentations that are 60-75 minutes in length; identify clear learning outcomes for the session; and show how the presentation addresses a topic either of interest to RUSA members, or represents an area of RUSA's expertise that benefits other types of librarians.
Proposals are accepted and evaluated on an ongoing basis until December 1, 2012.
Presenters for accepted proposals will receive compensation for their time and will also receive training for Blackboard Collaborate, RUSA’s online presentation software.
The Reference and User Services Association, a division of the American Library Association, represents librarians and library staff in the fields of reference, specialised reference, collection development, readers' advisory and resource sharing.
