Under each Standard, we have collected webinars, articles, and other trainings that highlight best practices. Some of the webinars listed here have been produced in states other than Colorado. State laws, including how they pertain to public libraries, vary from state to state, so please direct questions regarding your specific circumstances to your city, county or library district attorney. This resource list is not intended to serve as legal advice.
Training related to Collections:
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Weeding Isn’t Sexy, But It Should Be
Weeding is a lot like Fight Club…we don’t like to talk about it. As libraries evolve into community spaces that encourage creativity and participatory experiences, it becomes more and […]
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Dewey or Don’t We?: Transitioning to a Deweyless Library
(Note: We had brief audio issues at the very beginning of the session.) Have you heard about “The Bookstore Model” and wondered what all the fuss is about? Are you ready to ditch […]
Training related to Community Engagement:
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Bonding with Your Community: How to Craft Your Library Story
“It was a pleasure to burn.” So starts Fahrenheit 451, with a frightening glimpse into a dystopian future — where a fireman’s only calling is to torch books. As a library […]
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Engaged, Embedded, and Enriched Creative Community Connections
As libraries seek to redefine themselves in a new information age, libraries must develop strategies for engaging with the community. Traditional programs and services are no longer […]
Training related to Finance
Budget Basics Presentation: Basics of Colorado statutory and other requirements for local government budgets.
Training related to Facilities
Public Library Facilities Projects 101: An illustration of the process for construction of a public library project (Ohio).
Training related to Governance
What Every Trustee Should Know: Tips from the author of the Handbook for Library Trustees of NY State (New York)
Training related to Human Resources
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Transitioning from Sage on the Stage to Engaging Learning: Tips and tricks for presenting to adults
Tired of attending the same old presentations? Want to learn how to truly engage with your audience? Whether delivering presentations online or in person, attendee interaction and engagement […]
Training related to Marketing and Advocacy
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Graphic Design 101
Learn to entice your patrons and promote your programs with eye-catching, contemporary web and print materials. As well as the basic principles of design, why your library needs a brand, and how to […]
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Bonding with Your Community: How to Craft Your Library Story
“It was a pleasure to burn.” So starts Fahrenheit 451, with a frightening glimpse into a dystopian future — where a fireman’s only calling is to torch books. As a library […]
Training related to Planning
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Get ‘er Done! Using 4DX® to Achieve Your Most Important Goals
Originally published in 2012, “The 4 Disciplines of Execution” presents a structured way to ensure that every employee is engaged and successfully working towards an organization’s […]
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Places that Serve Us Well Every Day, Serve Us Best When Disaster Strikes
Well poised to disseminate public information, libraries have served as emergency shelters, cooling centers during heat waves, sites for blood drives and inoculations, and a place to fill out […]
Training related to Services and Programming
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Growing Readers Together: Early Literacy Services Beyond Your Library
Your library has a thriving storytime program, strong collection of board and picture books, perhaps parenting classes, and other services to support young families inside your library, but now you […]
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Library Services: Making the atypical, typical
Does your library offer unusual services? Is there a population in your community that you are finding hard to reach? Is there an innovative program that you would love to try? We all know that […]
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Summertime Outreach: Bringing Summer Learning into the Community
Your public library is packed with kids during the summer, and that is excellent! Research shows that those children benefit from your library’s many strong enrichment activities, staff […]
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Helping Homeschoolers
Public libraries are a natural resource for homeschooling families: library staff expertise, spaces, collections, and programs are a critical component of effective homeschooling. But what are […]
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Partners for STEAM in Libraries: Joining Forces to STEAM Ahead Further and Faster
Do you wish to expand your STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, Math) programming but not sure how to move forward? Do you seek to collaborate with STEAM-oriented individuals and organizations in […]
Training related to Resource Sharing
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CSL Resource Kits: What’s In Them For You!
The Colorado State Library Resource Kits are bundled tools and materials that enable you to provide exciting programs to engage with your community in new and interesting ways. Join us as we discuss how to take advantage of the ‘Let’s … Continue reading →
Training related to Technology
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Restarting your Relationship with your IT Department (and Vice Versa)
Have you tried turning it off and back on? Is it unplugged? Is the Internet down? Why can’t I just download it myself? Do these questions define your relationship with your IT department (or […]
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Partners for STEAM in Libraries: Joining Forces to STEAM Ahead Further and Faster
Do you wish to expand your STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, Math) programming but not sure how to move forward? Do you seek to collaborate with STEAM-oriented individuals and organizations in […]
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Maker MacGyver: School and Library Makerspaces on a Shoestring Budget
Makerspaces and maker programs in libraries don’t have to cost or fortune or require you to be a tech wizard, super hacker, or evil genius in order to be successful. All you really need is an […]
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Digital Literacy for Everyone: Going from Tech Averse to Tech Savvy
Looking for ways to get you and your staff up to speed? If you can figure out Dewey, you can figure out Windows! This CSL In Session offers practical tips, tools, and techniques to help bridge […]
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Geek is the New Chic: Engaging Teens in Libraries with Technology
Are you looking for ways to engage teens in your library using technology? Is your staff intimidated by both teens and technology? Have you hosted successful technology programs for teens at […]