Continuing Education Resources

[Audio] Welcome everyone. Today we will be presenting Continuing Education Resources Professional development and learning for Georgia’s Library Staff. We have a lot of great information to share with you about the resources available through the GPLS Learning Center on Niche Academy Percipio CONTED Listserv the CE Website coming soon and the Course Tracker Handout. Let's start..

[Audio] Dorcas Davis serves as the Director of Continuing Education & Training at the Georgia State Library. She is responsible for providing library staff in Georgia with the latest resources and practices necessary to stay up to date. Davis works with library staff throughout the state to make sure they have the professional development and learning opportunities required to meet the changing needs of their communities..

[Audio] It is essential to stay up to date with the latest trends in your field. The Georgia Public Library Service offers a range of free continuing education resources to support library staff in their professional development. Through the GPLS Learning Center Niche Academy Percipio the CONTED Listserv the CE Website Course Tracker and a handout accessing learning resources is convenient. Let us explore these options and begin developing your skills!.

[Audio] Adults have the opportunity to maintain their knowledge and expertise in their respective field or gain new skills to diversify into a different field through continuing education. These programs cover a wide range of areas including assessment training meetings workshops workshops courses certifications and activities for personal growth. With the help of continuing education adults can acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for their career development and progress..

[Audio] The Georgia Public Library System (G-P-L-S-) recognizes the value of professional development and education for library staff. Through its Learning Center on Niche Academy library staff have access to webinars and tutorials on various library topics to bolster their knowledge. To learn more and access the Learning Center contact ddavis@georgialibraries.org..

[Audio] Percipio an award-winning intelligent learning platform for library staff in Georgia can be accessed via the website georgialibraries.percipio.com. Those interested in creating an account can request one through the Google Form found at forms.gle/CvWv1jPQk5e4P9xq6. It is an excellent resource for those looking to continue their professional development and stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in libraries..

[Audio] The Continuing Education Listserv is a great resource for Georgia’s library staff. It is a mailing list that can be used to announce learning opportunities. Joining the list is simple just email ddavis@georgialibraries.org. The listserv allows you to stay informed of the current professional development and learning opportunities in your field..

Continuing Education Website. Currently under construction Live date is set for January 2023.

[Audio] Georgia's Library staff have access to a variety of resources for continuing education including online courses webinars workshops conferences and continuing education credits. Furthermore the Library staff can use the Course Tracker Handout to develop an individual learning plan and track their learning progress. This form can also be shared with the library director and other interested parties..

[Audio] I hope you found this presentation about continuing education resources for Georgia’s library staff useful and that you now have a better understanding of the options available. If you have any further questions please contact Dorcas Davis at ddavis@georgialibraries.org. Thank you for your attention and I wish you the best of luck in furthering your professional development..