South Central Regional Library Council

Education and Training Advisory Committee

Wednesday, March 29, 2006 10:00 a.m. - 12.:00

SCLRC Annex

 

Minutes

 

Present:  Matthew Hogan (chair), Judith Andrew, Gail Barraco, Lance Heidig, Rebecca Hicks, Karen Dillon, Janet Hogan, Kathleen Jackson, Mary King, and Gail Wood. Minutes taken by Matthew Hogan.

 

Excused:  Robin Petrus, and Diane Talbut

 

Agenda was revised as follows:  Discussion of Upcoming Workshops & Events was tabled until next meeting; Plan of Service discussion was tabled until the next meeting.  No objection was made to Plan of Service as it appeared in the minutes. 

 

1.      January 25, 2006 minutes approved.

 

2.      Structure

a.      Goals for 2006.  Accepted with one change.  “Outreach Librarianship” changed to “Library Outreach Services.” 

b.      Distance Learning Document.  Janet Hogan had no report but encouraged us to review the “elibrary” page on the SCLRC website for ideas.  Thought we might focus on distance learning delivery methods both variety and range of populations and methods.  There was a lively discussion and the members agreed that “beefing up” the page and better placement on the page on the site are desirable.  Finding ways to promote and market these resources. 

 

3.      Recent Workshops & Events

a.       Discussion on Web Design and Usability Testing - Kathleen Jackson attended the workshop said it was very good.

b.      How are we doing on getting teaching materials online?

c.       College of DuPage teleconference  - Lance and a few colleagues at Cornell watched the DuPage teleconference.  It made them think in new ways.   “Think like a patron” said the presenter.  Speaker encouraged librarians to review core values.  Sitting as a small group was worthwhile experience.  It was a new way of online learning.  All thought it was a great learning opportunity.  Need to find a way to successfully promote web-based learning.

4.      Upcoming Workshops and Meetings

a.       Judith reported the LA SIG workshop Effective Meetings.  Low registration, but the speaker will give the workshop.  Venue changed to TC3 Annex.  This site is closer to all registrants and the speaker.

b.      The session on May 17th Effective Reference Skill is being promoted to all public service desks.

c.       Library Assistants SIG is meeting in the fall at Binghamton University for a tour of their Information Commons.  Date to be determined.

d.      Committee engaged in a general discussion of the upcoming workshops and events.

 

5.      Summer Sessions Tabled until next meeting.

 

6.      Report to the Board, 2005  Lance went over the report.  A cut and past job from the 2004 report with needed additions and changes.  The Committee suggested reordering the paragraphs.  Lance will revise and send along to Nora.

 

7.      Web Page Review  A lively discussion was had by all present.  [Kathleen took Notes during this session].  All noted improvements in the navigation of the site. 

 

8.      New Business  Karen is leaving the area for Baltimore, MD.  This is her last meeting.  We wished her well and thanked her for the many contributions to the Committee.

 

9.      Adjournment:   Janet moved to adjourn.  Gail seconded the motion.  Adjourned at 11:50