Advanced Application Of NC LIVE Resources: Getting The Most Out Of Library Collections
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Advanced Application Of NC LIVE Resources: Getting The Most Out Of Library Collections
As library resources and user needs continue to evolve, effectively leveraging NC LIVE’s resources and services is key to maintaining impactful library services. This in-person workshop will explore strategies for maximizing NC LIVE resources, supporting business research, and enhancing e-resource marketing to ensure long-term success.
Pre-Work
- Review your institution’s strategic priorities and key service areas to identify opportunities where NC LIVE resources can have a greater impact.
- Consider 1-2 resource gaps or challenges your library faces to bring to the discussion during the workshop.
Learning Objectives
- Identify strategies for integrating NC LIVE resources into library services and programming.
- Explore tools and best practices for marketing digital collections effectively.
- Apply session takeaways to real-world library challenges, ensuring sustainability and growth in library services and programming.
Join us for a hands-on, discussion-driven workshop designed to help you take your NC LIVE expertise to the next level!
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SESSION |
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9:30 - 10am |
Check-In Participants arrive, check-in, and enjoy coffee while networking with fellow attendees. |
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10 - 10:45am |
Introduction to NC LIVE Overview of NC LIVE's goals and mission, governance and structure, services, and impact. |
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10:50 - 12:10pm |
Session 1: Real-World Business Research: Case Studies and Tools for Supporting Entrepreneurs with BLINC and NC LIVE Supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs requires access to reliable data, market insights, and industry trends. In this session, NC LIVE and BLINC (Business Librarianship in North Carolina) will showcase key business research tools available through NC LIVE, including ProQuest ABI/INFORM Collection, Data-Axle Reference Solutions, and Social Explorer. Attendees will learn advanced search strategies, explore real-world case studies, and discuss best practices for assisting entrepreneurs and small business owners in their communities. Whether you're working with students, startups, or established businesses, this session will equip you with the skills to provide high-impact business research support. Presenters: Devon Waugh, Instruction Librarian at NC LIVE Angel Truesdale, Business and Social Science Librarian at UNC Charlotte Jana Bradley, Senior Library Assistant for the Business Center at Durham County Library Kassie Ettefagh, Business and Nonprofit Librarian at Greensboro Public Library Morgan Ritchie-Baum, Business and Social Science Librarian at Wake Forest University |
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12:10 - 1:00pm |
Lunch Participants enjoy a catered lunch and continue networking with peers. |
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1:00 - 2:10pm |
Session 2: Boosting Visibility and Maximizing Impact: Marketing Your Library’s E-Resources for Greater Engagement Effectively promoting your library’s digital resources can drive engagement and maximize their impact. In this session, we’ll explore strategies for marketing e-resources to patrons, including social media campaigns, in-library promotions, and outreach partnerships. Attendees will also discover best practices for desk interactions and teaching patrons how to use online collections. Whether you're looking to increase awareness of your digital offerings or improve usage statistics, this session will provide practical tools and insights to help you make the most of your library’s e-resources. Presenters: Sophie Hollis, Community Engagement Librarian at NC LIVE Devon Waugh, Instruction Librarian at NC LIVE |
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2:10 - 2:20pm |
Break Short break for participants to grab refreshments and recharge. |
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2:20 - 3:30pm |
Session 3: Enhancements from Infobase: What’s New For Films On Demand, Access Video, and Just For Kids Join us for an in-depth look at NC LIVE's premier video platforms: Access Video On Demand and Films On Demand. We'll showcase the extensive collections, including the specialized Nursing: Current Concepts and Practices Video Collection. Learn about the platforms' user-friendly interfaces, exclusive content from producers like HBO and BBC, and the educational value these resources bring to both public libraries and academic settings. We'll also cover key features such as MARC record integration and curriculum-based organization. Presenters: Carter Cook and Callie Castles from Infobase |
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3:30 - 3:40pm |
Wrap Up & Raffle |
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