Events

Events

Wed, Oct 22, 2025 / 2:00pm

The OER Office Hour for October 22 is cancelled.

Thu, Oct 23, 2025 / 11:00am to 12:00pm

Details TBA

Thu, Oct 23, 2025 / 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Maintaining up-to-date and accurate information on electronic resources is a constant challenge, as resources merge or change hands, vendors acquire one another, marketing brings name changes, and schools negotiate bespoke packages. Greg Argo, Open Education & Affordable Content Librarian at Minitex, and practicum student Simon Deutsch will share a project addressing outdated records in Minitex’s Cooperative Purchasing and Electronic Resources Services (CPERS) database and workflows. Simon created an automated process—using JSON prompting, OpenRefine, Python scripting, and the Claude API—that reviewed more than 1,400 e-resource records, all without advanced coding skills. This session will highlight both the technical methods for wrangling AI tools and the implications for improving data quality and front-end services, offering takeaways for librarians interested in applying similar AI-driven approaches to their own data management challenges.

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Hosted by Minitex

Thu, Oct 23, 2025 / 1:00pm to 2:00pm

"Copyright anxiety" is something felt by both librarians and patrons - what am I allowed to do with the content I find online? Will I get in trouble if I use this picture / meme / article / text? This webinar will cover the basics of copyright: what it is, how it works, and why it matters. We will then introduce Creative Commons, an organization that provides a suite of legal tools to help creators and users understand, at a glance, what they can and cannot do with creative content.

By the end of this 1-hour webinar, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the basics pf copyright law and how it fits into the landscape of intellectual property
  • Recognize the difference between "free" and "open" content, especially online
  • Describe the Creative Commons legal tools and understand what they mean
  • Know where to go for more information and additional help.

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Hosted by LibraryLinkNJ

Fri, Oct 24, 2025 / 1:00pm to 2:00pm

 

Please join the CARLI as we demonstrate some of the uses of LibreTexts Conductor for project planning and management. This workshop will also go over getting you started on remixing, adapting, or creating your OER project.

This workshop is part of a series of workshops designed for the support of Open Education Resources in the State of Illinois and funded by the Support of the Creation of Open Education Resources grant from the U.S. Department of Education and the Fund for the Improvement of Post-Secondary Education.

 

This workshop is open to all CARLI members.

Please register in advance!https://illinois.zoom.us/meeting/register/KvbdxF6pSsSZlVGbBZ5JgA

Mon, Oct 27, 2025 / 10:00am to 11:00am

Do you have questions related to archival practices and archives administration? Questions related to appraisal, arrangement, processing, outreach, and advocacy for physical and digital archives are welcome. Join the CARLI Archives Committee for Ask an Archivist virtual office hours on Monday, October 27, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Committee members will be on hand to answer questions, offer advice, and share resources to help you with your archives.

Don’t have a specific question? You’re still welcome to join the session and hear what other CARLI members want to know.  
 
This session is open to all CARLI members.

The session will not be recorded.

Please register using the tab above by October 23.

 

Mon, Oct 27, 2025 / 2:00pm to 3:30pm

The CARLI Collection Management Committee meets monthly.

This virtual meeting is held via Zoom / Conference Call.

Contact for attendance details.

Tue, Oct 28, 2025 / 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Students who have opportunities to learn from peers often find it less intimidating than asking for help from their instructor or from a librarian.

In this webinar, participants will learn about a peer mentoring program established at a small academic branch library at a large university to help students succeed in a challenging introductory biology course. Through a collaborative effort between librarians and course instructors, the peer mentoring program facilitates a supportive study environment that draws students into the library and synergizes with the librarian-led one-shot instruction that also takes place in the course.

Presenter: Laurie Neuerburg, Sciences Head Engagement Librarian, University of Iowa Libraries

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Hosted by FLVC

Tue, Oct 28, 2025 / 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Dive into the dark and thrilling world of the horror genre in this webinar designed for library staff. Explore strategies for recommending horror titles across middle grades, YA, and adult readers, reflecting the recent explosion of interest in horror, particularly among younger readers. Learn how to match patrons with the right level of fright, identify popular subgenres, and uncover hidden gems using NoveList. The session will also highlight recommendations from NC LIVE’s ebook and audiobook collections, giving you ready-to-use titles to share with your patrons.

This webinar is co-hosted by Devon Waugh, Instruction Librarian for NC LIVE, and Scottie Kapel, Scholarly Communications Librarian at Western Carolina University and horror fan who has published on the impact of leisure reading in academic libraries. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped to guide readers through the shadows and provide spine-tingling suggestions they’ll love.

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize key subgenres and trends in horror literature across middle grade, YA, and adult audiences to better understand the growing appeal of horror for diverse readers.
  • Develop effective readers’ advisory strategies for matching patrons with horror titles that suit their interests and comfort levels, from mild chills to full-on scares.
  • Leverage discovery tools and resources, such as NoveList Plus and NC LIVE’s eBook and audiobook platforms, to identify hidden gems and recommend engaging horror titles.

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Hosted by NC LIVE

Tue, Oct 28, 2025 / 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Libraries often manage digital content across multiple departments, but users experience a single, unified library website within a broader university system. This webinar will demonstrate how a well-structured content strategy can improve user engagement, enhance accessibility, and align library content with institutional branding.

The session will address the challenges of maintaining cohesion across multiple platforms while considering the unique needs of library users. Participants will learn how to map different types of digital content, such as instructional or service information, to the most appropriate platforms to improve usability and content management workflows.

Attendees will learn strategies for simplifying library content creation, with practical examples that offer actionable insights to improve their own library's digital content.

Presenter:

Sarah Jenkins is the Director of Library Digital Experience for SMU Libraries, at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, where she leads strategy and implementation for user-centered, accessible digital services. With an MLS from the University of North Texas and over 15 years of experience in academic libraries, Sarah leverages a strong foundation in reference, accessibility, and digital communication to integrate web and public services. She is dedicated to creating inclusive digital spaces that connect diverse audiences to library resources and services.

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Hosted by FLVC
 

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