Sponsored by: Ohio Library Council

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FREE* for OLC members only.

*Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.

Registration is limited to the first 98 registrants | Registration Deadline: Nov. 5

Presenters: Donna Albanese, State Director, Aspire Adult Readiness Education at the Ohio Department of Higher Education; Michelle Francis, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council

The Ohio Department of Higher Education’s Aspire program, formerly the Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE) program, helps adults build the skills they need to become employed or pursue higher education or training. Aspire serves Ohioans who have less than a 12th-grade education or the equivalent and who are beyond age 18.

Workforce development/adult education programs and services are a priority for Ohio’s public libraries as we continue to provide lifelong learning opportunities and position our libraries as continuous learning centers. This webinar will provide basic information to Ohio’s public libraries on Ohio’s Aspire program, how more libraries can participate and general information on the federal grant program.

Ohio’s Aspire programs provide FREE services for individuals who need assistance acquiring the skills to be successful in post-secondary education and training, and employment. Local programs offer classes at flexible locations, and on different days and times to meet diverse needs. All students are required to attend orientation, where an assessment is given to help determine the individual’s educational needs and goals.

Services available at programs throughout all 88 Ohio counties include:

• Basic math, reading and writing skills
• Adult Secondary Education/High School Equivalency Exam Preparation
• English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
• Transition services – including employment and post-secondary
• Life skills, employability skills and computer literacy
• Family Literacy – enriching the parental role of adult learners
• Workplace Literacy – education services offered in collaboration with business, industry, government and/or labor to increase the productivity of the workforce through improved literacy skills
• Corrections Education – a partnership with a jail, detention center, community-based rehabilitation center or other similar institution
• Distance Education

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenters.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail on Nov. 6. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

The webinar will be recorded and posted to the OLC website.

Sponsored by: Children’s Services Division

Register @ my OLC | Deadline to register 11/30/17.

Member:  $20* | Non-member:  $40

*Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.

Presenter: S. Bryce Kozla, MLIS and MS in Literacy Education; Portland, OR; and blogger at “Bryce Don’t Play”

Program Overview: Feeling overwhelmed or drained by behavior in your Children’s Area? This webinar will empower you to create a welcoming environment for the kids you serve and enforce your expectations of kid patrons without the fear of “being mean.” Discover what makes your kid patrons tick and get the meaningful action-oriented conversations your space deserves.

Learning Objectives:
You’ll learn how to:

1. create a welcoming environment for kids
2. set clear expectations of behavior
3. enforce rules without “being mean”
4. discover the reasons why a kid behaves in a certain way
5. create an action-oriented atmosphere with meaningful conversations.

Intended Audience: Youth Services staff

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenter.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail by Dec. 1. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

Archived version available.

Presenters: Dr. Steve Gratz, Senior Executive Director in the Division of Learning, Ohio Department of Education; Sandra Phipps, State High School Equivalence Administrator, Ohio Department of Education; Michelle Francis, OLC’s Director of Government and Legal Services

Overview: According to the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, there are more than 790,000 Ohioans without a high school diploma or the equivalent. State law changed recently to broaden the testing options for Ohioans seeking the equivalent of a high school diploma. Now, there are other options in addition to the GED. In 2017, the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) approved the following testing assessment companies: GED, HiSET and TASC. Under the new law, the Ohio High School Equivalence Diploma will be recognized as the Ohio Certificate of High School Equivalence.

Adult education programs and workforce development services are a priority for Ohio’s public libraries as we continue to provide lifelong learning opportunities and position our libraries as continuous learning centers. This webinar will provide basic information to Ohio’s public libraries on the changes to Ohio’s Adult Diploma Program and how libraries can assist their patrons in this area.

Objectives: During this webinar, you will learn:

• more about the changes to Ohio’s Adult Diploma Program.
• how to explain the certificates and tests that are available and recognized by the state.
• how to help patrons who need to obtain their Ohio Certificate of High School Equivalence.

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenters.

REGISTER @ my OLC

Registration is limited to the first 98 registrants | Registration Deadline: Jan. 9

FREE* for OLC members only.

*Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail on Jan. 10. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

A recording of this webinar has been posted to the OLC website.

Location: Delaware County District Library, Main Library

Register @ my OLC  | Deadline to register: 3/8/18

FREE for OLC Institutional Member Library Directors (Registration Required)

Reaching out to legislators can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Through tools, training, and education, the OLC is committed to providing you with information and resources to help you become an effective advocate for public libraries. This session will focus on everything library directors need to know about advocating on behalf of their library and working with members of Ohio’s General Assembly.

The training will include tips for engaging with legislators about policy and funding needs as well as tools and resources that are available. You will leave this session with a better understanding of how legislative action works, how to add to the conversations, and the confidence to speak up for Ohio’s public libraries. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your peers and learn how to effectively communicate with legislators!

Intended Audience: Library Directors

Sponsored by: Children’s Services Division

Register @ my OLC | Deadline to register 3/8/18.

Member:  $20* | Non-member:  $40

*Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.

Presenter: Kate McCartney, Head of Youth Services, Marysville Public Library

Program Overview: Storytimes are a valuable service to children, parents, and child care providers in the community on many different levels. This webinar will cover the basics of planning, preparing, and presenting engaging storytimes for preschoolers at your library. You will learn more about great book selections as well as songs and fingerplays to captivate a young audience. You’ll also learn a few tips to address storytime challenges like organizing materials, reading aloud to a group, and managing difficult situations.

Learning Objectives:
You’ll learn how to:

1. plan successful storytimes for preschoolers
2. select perfect books, songs and fingerplays for this age group
3. organize materials
4. address common challenges
5. manage difficult situations
6. captivate your audience

Intended Audience: Children’s librarians and library staff who work with children.

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenter.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this webinar counts as (1) continuing education contact hour of credit.

Primary Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Programming

Location: Chillicothe and Ross Public Library Annex

Register @ my OLC  | Deadline to register: 3/15/18

FREE for OLC Institutional Member Library Directors (Registration Required)

Reaching out to legislators can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Through tools, training, and education, the OLC is committed to providing you with information and resources to help you become an effective advocate for public libraries. This session will focus on everything library directors need to know about advocating on behalf of their library and working with members of Ohio’s General Assembly.

The training will include tips for engaging with legislators about policy and funding needs as well as tools and resources that are available. You will leave this session with a better understanding of how legislative action works, how to add to the conversations, and the confidence to speak up for Ohio’s public libraries. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with your peers and learn how to effectively communicate with legislators!

Intended Audience: Library Directors

Registration Fees:

Member*: $40  | Non-Member: $80

*Trustees and staff of OLC Institutional member libraries

Register @ my OLC  | Print Registration Form (PDF)

Please register by 3/15/18

Program Schedule:
Registration: 6:00 pm  |  Dinner: 6:30 pm  |  Program: 7:15 pm

The program will focus on the issues impacting public libraries and include an update on legislative issues as well as additional information that public library trustees need to be successful in their roles.

Don’t miss this opportunity to share information and ideas with your counterparts throughout the region and learn more about the challenges and opportunities ahead for Ohio’s public libraries.