Alma In-Person Workshops

In Spring 2020, 6 sessions are scheduled at I-Share libraries throughout the state. The content of these additional sessions is identical to those offered in Fall 2019.

• January 14-15, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb
• January 16-17, Parkland College, Champaign
• February 4-5, Monmouth College, Monmouth
• February 6-7, Harper College, Palatine
• February 25-26, Lewis and Clark Community College, Godfrey
• February 27-28, Heartland Community College, Normal

In Fall 2019, Ex Libris is providing four in-person workshops at I-Share libraries throughout the state.

• October 29-30, University of Illinois at Springfield
• October 31-November 1, Joliet Junior College
• November 11-12, Wheaton College
• December 19-20, University of Illinois at Chicago

This page collects the slide decks and additional documents that were introduced during these sessions by Ex Libris Trainers Connie Braun and Ben Grimshaw.

Day 1: Technical Services Topics

Inventory Model--Network

Acquisitions Overview

Ordering Process

Ordering Electronic Resources

Receiving Print Materials

Electronic Resource Fundamentals

Invoicing Workflows

User Roles and Tasks

Import Profiles

Day 2: Resource Sharing Topics

User Management

Fulfillment Overview

Patron Services

Letter Configuration

Course Reserves and Reading Lists

Additional Documents

Agenda

Alma Record Numbering System

Alma Metadata Editor Shortcuts

Prediction Patterns and Serials Check-in by Yoel Kortick, Ex Libris