As we publish this issue of the FLVC Library Services Update, the Spring 2024 semester is well underway. It’s always an exciting time as we get into the rhythm of a new semester. As we launch into the new semester and the new year, here are some activities at FLVC that may be of interest.
FLVC continues to provide exceptional professional growth opportunities through our participation in the Professional Development Alliance (PDA). The PDA is a cooperative alliance among nearly a dozen library consortia across North America. The goal of the PDA is to bring high-quality professional learning opportunities to members of participating library consortia at no cost to consortia or members. Some of the topics for February include:
- Vendor Relations: A Practical Q & A!, sponsored by NC LIVE
- Unpacking Peace of Mind: A Librarian’s Guide to Calming Relocation Jitters & Finding an Affordable Dream Haven, sponsored by ASERL
- Digital Humanities and Emerging Technologies: Collaboration, Vision, and the Future, sponsored by ASERL
- Empowering Classroom Creativity with Generate AI in Adobe Express, sponsored by SEFLIN
- Supporting Academic Success: Open Educational Resources and Equitable Course Materials, sponsored by CARLI
- And many more!
You can find the complete list of upcoming PDA events on the FLVC PDA LibGuide. New events are added monthly, so check this site regularly. Note that we are actively seeking presenters and topics for the PDA! If you have a topic for a presentation and would like to participate, please contact Melissa Sykes-Silvers.
Speaking of making exceptional, high-quality resources available at no cost, two OER events sponsored by FLVC are just around the corner! The upcoming FLVC OER Bootcamp will be held virtually on March 27-29. The Bootcamp consists of webinars each afternoon for these three days, with topics structure to align with varying levels of experience:
- Day 1 (Basic): Creative Commons Licenses and the Spectrum of Open, Wednesday, March 27, 2024 (Speakers: Danielle Campbell, Palm Beach State College & Rebel Cummings-Sauls, Elisabeth Ball, FLVC Library Services)
- Day 2 (Intermediate): OER and Tenure & Promotion, Thursday, March 28, 2024 (Speaker: Abbey Elder, Iowa State University)
- Day 3 (Advanced): Peer Review in OER--A Panel Discussion, Friday, March 29, 2024 (Panelists: Dave Ernst, Open Educational Network, & Anthony Palmiotto, OpenStax; Moderator: Rebel Cummings-Sauls, Director, FLVC Library Services, Digital Services/OER)
Register for the OER Bootcamp here!
Also upcoming is the next FLVC OER Summit, to be held virtually May 23-24. Last year’s OER Summit had over 500 attendees from across the country, and we anticipate even greater participation this year. The theme of this year's Summit is "Innovations and Trends." FLVC is currently accepting proposals for presentations to the OER Summit. Topics for proposals may include but not limited to: ZTC Degrees and Pathways; Gamification and Adaptive Learning; Library Digital Content and Archives; Student Engagement; Development and Collaboration; or another Innovation or Trend of your choice. Visit the OER Summit homepage for more information, including the process to submit a presentation proposal.
There’s a great deal more happening across all areas of FLVC! Please continue to read the full newsletter below to find out more!
Elijah