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Since the launch of Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative in 2022, 680 library staff from all 88 counties in Ohio have registered for exclusive access to this original, self-paced, collection analysis initiative. Throughout 2022 and 2023, library staff have explored resources, attended webinars and open office hours, and used tools to consider collections that empower children and young adult readers by respecting and appreciating what makes them different and the same. The initiative is ongoing—register for access at any time, start when you are ready, and work at your own pace.   

Register here for access to the Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative.   

The State Library is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, September 13 at 3:30 p.m. (ET) on how to get started with the Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative. This 75-minute webinar will guide attendees through learning how to import data and use the tools to purposefully reflect, augment, compare, and determine which titles best fit their community’s needs. Attendees will receive a plan that equips them to both implement their decisions and routinize these tools in future practices. 

Register for September 13: https://teachingbooks-net.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvceCtrzsoHdXrqZY3vVkPt5K4IZiy75tj 

On September 20 at 3:30 p.m. (ET) the State Library is hosting Start Small: Easily Enhancing Front-Facing Displays and Lesson Plans. This workshop will focus on analyzing sets of five to fifteen titles that may be used by all kinds of library and school staff. Rather than spending weeks or months on a complex audit, attendees will learn to use fast and convenient tools that make collection analysis a much simpler process. All registrants will receive access to resources and action plans that document their collection development decisions. 

Register for September 20: https://teachingbooks- net.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMpceuupz0qH9HY7KO0BhA1fJTD-O8_29KU#/registration 

Webinar registration links are separate from registration for access to the Ohio Collection Analysis Initiative. 

This initiative provides the tools and support to consider your library’s print collections for children and young adults.    

Notable highlights include:  

• 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. 
• 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.   

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 agency should be inferred.  This initiative is available for exclusive use by any Ohio library staff. 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.