1. From Hype to Help: Making a Difference with New Technologies PLA 2008 Minneapolis, MN March 29, 2008 Janie Hermann Princeton Public Library, Princeton, NJ
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5. Problem: Staff need to stay current with technology and Web 2.0 trends, but Tech Center staff stretched too thin with their time to teach separate classes. Costly to train staff off-site or bring in outside trainers (especially when qualified trainers are already on staff). Solution: Open up public classes for staff to attend and vice versa! Janie Hermann, Technology Training Librarian, Princeton Public Library, NJ <jhermann@princetonlibrary.org>
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12. Easy way to get staff involved – a weekly Food for Thought post that everyone can comment on. Follow up with discussion during staff meeting for a blended learning experience.
13. Post class openings on internal blog to fill seats in public training calendar.