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Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative

by Lori Lee 2 years, 5 months ago

Ohio library staff have exclusive access to an original, self-paced, collection analysis initiative for considering collections that empower children and young adult readers by respecting and appreciating what makes them different and the same.

 

Notable highlights from this impactful initiative:

  • Free for staff working in all types of Ohio libraries! It is available at no cost to you.
  • There are no time constraints for completing this program. Set your own goals and progress at your own pace.
  • Personalized support. You have access to a dedicated, full-time specialist for assistance at any time.* (* Personalized support provided through October 31, 2022.)

  • Unlimited access to a Collection Analysis Toolkit. This toolkit complements the collection development work you already have in place.

  • Unlimited access to a vetted collection of materials about children’s & young adult books and authors.

  • Identifiable action steps. You will receive a custom Implementation Plan that outlines your collection development decisions and next steps.

Register here for access to the Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative

 

The Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative is a collaborative project of the State Library of Ohio and TeachingBooks.net. The project is funded in whole or in part with Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funds, granted to the State Library of Ohio. The opinions and content expressed do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of IMLS or the State Library of Ohio, and no official endorsement by either should be inferred. This initiative is available for exclusive use by any Ohio library staff member. Distributing the Handbook and/or links to any of its components outside of Ohio is prohibited. This material may be shared with colleagues within Ohio.

 

For more information, please see the State Library of Ohio's webpage about this initiative: https://library.ohio.gov/services-for-libraries/library-programs-development/ohio-collection-analysis-initiative/#About.

Marsha McDevitt-Stredney 2 years, 4 months ago

Have questions about the Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative? Join us tomorrow for open office hours to discuss anything about collection analysis. No question is too small—mark your calendars and come say hello!   

Upcoming Office Hours: 

August 23, 2022
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.  (ET) 

September 13
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (ET)

September 27
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (ET)

Drop in anytime during these 60-minute sessions to ask questions, share feedback, and connect with peers using the tool. Teaching Books Project Coordinator Jake Stone, State Library Consultant Erin Kelsey, and Associate State Librarian for Library Development Evan Struble will be available during office hours.

To attend office hours, please visit TeachingBooks.net/OhioZoom during the times listed above.  Registration is not required. 

As a reminder, you may reach out to Jake (jake@TeachingBooks.net) at any time with questions about the Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative. Support will always be available to you.

Further information about the Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative and recordings of past webinars can be found on the State Library website.