The University of Maryland College of Information Studies will offer two on-line courses on virtual reference in Spring 2005.  

 

"Virtual Reference Software Selection" will be offered from April 4-15.  This course is geared toward any library manager who is in the process of selecting new virtual reference software or evaluating options for an upgrade. The interactive, web-based course features readings, message board discussions with peers, and information on decision-making resources from the instructor (Jody C. Fagan, MLS).  You will learn how to:  analyze user needs; evaluate software features and costs; identify "must-have" features; and, involve your staff in decision-making.  You should plan to devote approximately five (5) hours to the course over the two-week period.  Upon successful completion, .5 CEU will be awarded.  The registration deadline for "VR Software Selection" is March 18.

 

"Virtual Reference Legal Issues" will be offered from May 9-20.  This interactive, web-based course is geared toward all librarians and will feature readings, message board discussions with peers, feedback from the instructor (Mary Minow, MLS, JD), and a framework for analyzing VR issues.  You will learn how to:  analyze copyright issues in the context of the VR service; find up-to-date resources on legal issues; determine which areas of law impact VR and when to contact a lawyer.  You should plan to devote approximately five (5) hours to the course over the two-week period.  Upon successful completion, .5 CEU will be awarded.  The registration deadline for "VR Legal Issues" is April 25.

 

To register on-line for "VR Software Selection", click on  Register VRSS 

To register on-line for "VR Legal Issues", click on  Register VRLI

 

For other ways to register and additional information on professional development courses, visit http://www.clis.umd.edu/ce.  

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