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Training Times August 2019

Submitted by milissa.copeland on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 08:00

 Announcements

Here are a few exciting things happening in August for staff. (More information as you continue reading). 

Read more below...

August 3, 2019, is National Watermelon Day

10 Fun Facts about Watermelon ~

  1. Watermelons are both fruit and a vegetable (classified in the gourd family along with cucumbers, squash and pumpkins).
  2. You can eat the entire fruit ~ (in China the rinds are often stir-fried or stewed while in the south they are 'pickled'. The seeds can be dried and roasted (like pumpkin seeds).
  3. They are called watermelon because they are 92% water.
  4. There are 1200 varieties of watermelons.
  5. The seedless ones are NOT genetically engineered. They are the result of hybridization.
  6. Watermelons can grow really big!  The Guinness World Records has the largest in Tennesee in 2013 coming in at 350.5 pounds (an NFL lineman).
  7. Watermelons can prevent cancer. They have a great source of lycopene!
  8. Farmers in Japan have mastered the art of growing them in odd shapes.
  9. One South Carolina Family Kept an Heirloom variety alive for almost 100 years through multiple generational farms.
  10. Watermelon is the OFFICIAL vegetable of OKLAHOMA. It was adopted in 2007.

Rush Springs Oklahoma it's annual Rush Springs Watermelon Festival ~ August 8-10th https://www.travelok.com/listings/view.profile/id.17748

August 5-11 is National Smile Week

Despite the fact that we are in the customer service business and should be smiling at customer's here are 10 fun facts to encourage you to break out in a smile: 

  1. Forcing yourself to smile can boost your mood. Psychologists have found that you can instantly lift your spirits by forcing yourself to smile.
  2. Smiling boosts your immune system. Smiling can improve your physical health. Your body is more relaxed when you smile, which contributes to good health and a stronger immune system.
  3. It’s easier to smile than to frown. Scientists have discovered that your body has to work harder and use more muscles to frown than to smile.
  4. There are 19 different types of smiles. Researchers identified 19 types of smiles and put them into two categories: polite “social” smiles which engage fewer muscles, and sincere “felt” smiles that use more muscles on both sides of the face.
  5. We still smile at work. Thirty percent of subjects in a research study smiled five to 20 times a day, and 28% smiled over 20 times per day while at the office.
  6. Smiles are the most easily recognizable facial expression. People can recognize smiles up to 300 feet away!
  7. Smiles are more attractive than makeup. A research study discovered that nearly 70% of people found women more attractive when they simply smiled vs. when they wore makeup without smiling.
  8. Babies are born with the ability to smile. Babies learn behavior and sounds from watching the people around them, but scientists believe that all babies are born with “smileability.”
  9. Smile; it’s contagious. Based on research studies, people had difficulty frowning when observing other people who were smiling.
  10. Smiling helps you get promoted. A smile makes a person seem more attractive, sociable and confident, and people who smile more often are more likely to get promotions.

 

 Training Spotlight

Technology Basics Workshop

Enroll in an Event through EduBrite after you seek supervisor approval!
  • 08/21/19 - 1pm to 2:30pm @NW
  • 08/21/19 - 5pm to 6:30pm @ VI
  • 08/28/19 - 1pm to 2:30pm @ VI
  • 08/28/19 - 5pm to 6:30pm @ NW
 
Overview
This workshop will provide the knowledge and tools necessary to better assist customers with their technology needs in the library.  The technology training in this workshop is applicable to both customers using our public computers and those who bring their own laptops.
 
Objectives
Upon completion of this workshop, staff will be able to:
• Help customers make a PC reservation or make it for them
• Assist customers with all basic functions of email
• Make a recommendation for a specific email provider based on the needs of the individual customer
• Save, upload, and print from a flash drive
• Use all functions of our copy/fax machines
• Recommend PrinterOn to customers who bring their own laptop/smartphone
• Troubleshoot common computer problems
• Feel confident when helping a customer with any technology or computer problem

Twelve Access Workshops are now available for enrollment through EduBrite with supervisor approval! (see Class Schedule below for dates/times)

School Library Journal - Teen Live Virtual Summit - August 8th.. Seek supervisor's approval.

Compliance Training for August ~ Code Adam

eResources/Database Workshop ~ coming in September

EduBrite Spotlight

Have you ever driven your car somewhere and arrived at your destination only to realize you remember nothing about your journey? Or started eating a packet of chips and then suddenly noticed all you had left in your hands was an empty packet?

These are some common examples of ‘mindlessness’ – A state we also often refer to as being on ‘autopilot.’

Full Article ~ https://mrsmindfulness.com/what-is-mindfulness/

EduBrite has five classes on Mindfulness (in no particular order).

**Seek supervisor approval prior to enrollment.

  1. Mindful Practices 2(h) 3(m)
  2. Mindful Meditations for Work and Life 1(h) 27(m)
  3. The Mindful Workday 1(h) 27(m)
  4. Mindfulness 1(h) 16(m)
  5. Improving your Focus 56(m)

NOTE: This course can be paused. When you return, it will be bookmarked to where you last stopped.

Disclaimer:
The information contained in the multimedia content and resources/handouts posted represents the views and opinions of the original creators of the content and does not necessarily represent the views, procedures or policies of the Oklahoma Metropolitan Library System. If you have questions or need clarity please contact your supervisor, Learning and Development or Human Resources.

 

 Class Schedule

The Training Calendar can be found on the Intranet > Learning and Development > Training Calendar 

Link to MLS Training Calendar

*Please be sure to "enroll" first AND "subscribe" to an event. For directions/how-to, please view the following video:

 http://my.metrolibrary.info/drupal/organizational-learning/how-tos#subscribe

Access Workshop III Wednesday, August 7 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CH - Room 1 Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop I Saturday, August 10 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM MC - Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop I Thursday, August 15 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM RE - Room B  Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop II Saturday, August 17 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM MC - Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Technology Basics Wednesday, August 21 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM NW - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Technology Basics Wednesday, August 21 5 PM to 6:30 PM VI - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop II Thursday, August 22 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM RE - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop III Saturday, August 24 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM MC Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Technology Basics Wednesday, August 28 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM VI - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Technology Basics Wednesday, August 28 5 PM to 6:30 PM NE - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop III Thursday, August 29 5:00 PM  - 7:00 PM RE - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Tech Basics Wednesday, September 4 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM RE - Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Tech Basics Wednesday, September 4 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM BI - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop I Wednesday, September 11 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM RE Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop I Thursday, September 12 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM NW Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop II Tuesday, September 17 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM RE Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Tech Basics Wednesday, September 18 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM BI - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Tech Basics Wednesday, September 18 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM RE - Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop II Thursday, September 19 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM  NW Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop III Tuesday, September 24 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM RE Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop  III Thursday, September 26 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM  NW Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop I Wednesday, October 2 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM CH Room 2 Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop I Saturday, October 5 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM AL Program Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop II Wednesday, October 9 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM CH Room 2 Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop II Saturday, October 12 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM  AL Program Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop III Wednesday, October 16 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM CH Room 2 Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop III Saturday, October 19 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Al Program Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop I Wednesday, November 6 9:00 am to 12:00 Noon MC Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop I Thursday, November 7 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon CH Room 2 Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop II Wednesday, November 13 9:00 AM  to 12:00 Noon  MC Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop II Thursday, November 14 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon ED Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop III Wednesday, November 20 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM MC Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop III Thursday, November 21 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon ED Room B Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop 1 Thursday, December 5 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM RE Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop I Saturday, December 7 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM CH Room 2 Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop II Thursday, December 12 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM RE Room A Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop II Saturday, December 14 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM CH Room 2 Enroll & Subscribe
Collection Workshop III Saturday, December 16 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon CH Room 2 Enroll & Subscribe
Access Workshop III Thursday, December 19 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM  RE Room A Enroll & Subscribe

 Class Descriptions

Access Workshops

Workshop1
In Workshop 1, you will be introduced to the CARL.X and CARL.Connect software. You will learn tips and tricks for navigating around these programs and what to do when error messages appear. Attendees will also learn all about library accounts, including issuing new accounts, updating accounts, and handling blocks on accounts. Attendees will discuss common scenarios that frontline staff face regarding customer accounts and apply their knowledge by issuing practice accounts in both systems.

Workshop 2 (Workshop I required)
Workshop 2 covers the most common circulation actions in CARL.X and CARL.Connect, including checkouts, returns, renewals, holds, and item maintenance. Attendees will discuss common scenarios that frontline staff face regarding circulation and handling problem materials. They will also apply their knowledge by practicing circulation procedures and item maintenance in both programs.

Workshop 3 (Workshop I & II required)
Library Management teams will discover how to use reports and statistics that can help them make good decisions when managing their collections.  This session will go into detail about Carl-X reports and collectionHQ evaluation tools.  It will also offer an opportunity for the management teams to share ideas and tips for using Carl-X and collectionHQ.

Technology Basics

This workshop will provide the knowledge and tools necessary to better assist customers with their technology needs in the library.  The technology training in this workshop is applicable to both customers using our public computers and those who bring their own laptops.

Collection Workshops

Collection Workshop I

Dealing with comments from our customers is an inevitable part of all of our jobs and how you respond to those comments will have a long-lasting influence on how those customers feel about our library. This session will provide you with an overview of the library’s collection philosophy and how you fit in with the overall management of the collection. And you will go away with positive steps for responding to customer comments.

Collection Workshop II  (Workshop I required)

Want to know about the tools that will assist you in managing your collection? This session will provide you with an introduction for weeding by condition and utilizing basic reports from Carl-X that will help you weed your collection. You’ll also discover how to utilize tools to help you promote your collection.

Collection Workshop III ~  (Workshop I & II required - Managers Only)

Access and Engagement Managers (REQ) - Please get with your supervisor to decide which event you will attend - As Access and Engagement Managers, teamwork is vital to maintaining the library collection. You will learn best practices in leading your staff to complete collection tasks and strategies for collaborating with each other when Access and Engagement collection tasks overlap.

Current MLS Online Courses

We have many online courses available!  From Active Shooters to Cybersecurity, we have many courses that are designed to make the Metropolitan Library System a safe, healthy, and professional place to work.  Open the link below to open our current course catalog!

https://my.metrolibrary.info/drupal/sites/default/files/2019%20Online%20Course%20Catalog_0.pdf

 A Look Ahead

September 2019

Collection Workshop I, II and III will be returning ... dates coming soon

eResources/Database Workshop

XChange Workshop for Leadership ~ September 10, 2019 (Required for all Supervisors and above)

September's Compliance Course  ~ American's with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ODL's Book Fest ~ September 21, 2019, ~ Engagement Staff volunteers needed to assist with the MLS booth (Seek Supervisor's Approval) 

More info on how to sign up coming soon!

October 2019

Staff Development Day  ~ October 14, 2019

MLS Staff Development Day is a paid annual Systemwide requirement for all full-time staff. It is a day where we focus on learning and development when all 20 locations to come together to:

  • Develop new skills
  • Refresh old skills
  • Take away new ideas
  • System-wide collaboration across departments and locations
  • Share insights
  • Learn from each other’s experiences
  • Unify as a system
  • ….. and hopefully, have a lot of fun

Full-Time Staff ~

We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and develop. Should a full-time staff member miss Staff Development Day for any reason they will be required to make up this missed development opportunity with online and onsite training. 

More details to come...  

Part-time/half time

Part-time/half time staff are strongly encouraged to attend. If you are interested, please visit with your supervisor asap to work out your schedule.

Part/Half time staff if attending must commit to one of the following schedules:

  • the full day - 8 am to 4 pm
  • 8 am to 1 pm (this will include lunch)
  • 12 noon to 4 pm (this will include lunch)

If you are a part/half time staff member and you 'register' for Staff Development Day on the website when registration opens you are committing to attend this day of development. If for any reason, you do not attend (after you have registered) you will be required to make up the missed opportunity of development with online and onsite training.

More details to come...  

Intacct Workshops ~ End of October

October's Compliance Course - Harassment Prevention in the Workplace

 

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