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How Libraries Are Supporting Their Communities During COVID-19 is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.
Presenter: Rob Rando
Track: Academic, Public, & School Libraries
Abstract: As the nation’s libraries closed their physical branches in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, patrons increasingly turned to libraries’ digital collections of ebooks and audiobooks. Several libraries rose to the challenge and found new ways to reach readers and support their communities during these difficult times. In this session, we’ll share some of their best practices, including leveraging low-cost and no-cost simultaneous use titles to build your collection, how to provide access from a distance with Instant Digital Card, and ways that public libraries and schools can work together to support students doing remote learning. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable and creative strategies to apply moving forward.
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About the Presenter:
Rob Rando (rrando@overdrive.com) joined OverDrive in 2017. Originally, working with the new sales team he helped to set up 50+ academic and corporate libraries with an OverDrive Platform. Now, Rob works as an Account Manager to Public Libraries in the Northwestern United States.
Chat with the Presenter:
Rob will be available to chat in real time via comments, August 4th-7th 12:30-1:30pm (Pacific time). Can’t make it during these times? Don’t worry! Leave a comment and he will get back to you.
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E-Resources @ World Scientific Publishing is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.
Presenter: Lynne Karle
Track: Academic & Public Libraries
Abstract: World Scientific publishes 300 E-books and 130+ journals annually, across 11 subjects. Learn about our resources in this presentation.
About the Vendor: As a leading international publisher as well as Asia Pacific’s largest bilingual (English and Chinese) publisher of books and journals for the scholarly, research and professional communities, World Scientific collaborates with prestigious organizations like the Nobel Foundation and US National Academies Press to bring high quality academic and professional content to researchers and academics worldwide. World Scientific publishes approximately 300 new book titles and 130 journals covering various fields each year. Many of our books are recommended texts adopted by renowned institutions such as Harvard University, California Institute of Technology, Stanford University, and Princeton University.
Questions about E-books? Contact Yee-Hong Khoo at yhkhoo@wspc.com
Questions about E-journals? Contact Allan Barnett abarnett@wspc.com
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DEEP ROOTS: Alaska Native Voices in Publishing is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.
Presenters: Best Beginnings, Sealaska Heritage Institute, Alaska Northwest Books
Track: Public & School Libraries
Abstract: Discover authors and publishing programs creating Alaska children’s books that are culturally relevant, accurate, well-produced, and age-appropriate for their target audiences.
Abbe Hensley is the executive director of Best Beginnings, a statewide early childhood nonprofit focused on growing readers, building strong families, and engaging community.
Stephanie Schott is the Early Literacy Director of Best Beginnings.
Angela Y. Gonzalez, (Koyukon Athabascan) is wife and a mother of two, works PR/Communications, loves taking photos and writing, and is author of several books.
Barbara J. Atwater (Dena’ina) is a retired teacher, administrator and author.
Ethan J. Atwater, Barbara’s son, is an author and interested in storytelling and educating children on Dena’ina folklore.
Tess Olympia is the Program Manager for Sealaska Heritage’s Baby Raven Reads program and part of the Book Production Team.
Angela Zbornik is marketing manager for Alaska Northwest Books.
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Inhabit Media is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.
Presenter: Pia Flamand
Track: Public & School Libraries
Abstract: Inhabit Media is an Inuit-owned publishing company that publishes adult and children’s books, the traditional stories and lived experiences of Inuit, and books about Arctic animals and nature.
About the Vendor: Inhabit Media is an Inuit-owned publishing company that aims to promote and preserve the stories, knowledge, and talent of northern Canada. For more information about Inhabit Media contact Pia Flamand at pia.flamand@inhabitmedia.com
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Coding, Equity, and Virtual Learning Made Simple with Girls Who Code is a poster in the 2020 PNLA Virtual Poster Session. We encourage you to engage in discussion by leaving a comment on the page. The author of the poster will respond to comments the week of August 4-7, 2020.
Presenter: Emily Ong
Track: Public & School Libraries
Abstract: Are you looking for easy ways to implement equity-focused STEM programs into your library — either in-person or virtually? Join Emily Ong, Senior Manager of Community Partnerships & Outreach at Girls Who Code, to learn best practices for building inclusive and holistic coding programs with adaptable options for the virtual learning landscape. Through a walkthrough of the Girls Who Code Clubs model, you will gain tangible tips and activities you can implement right away and learn how to unlock Girls Who Code’s free virtual resources and curriculum for 3-12th graders of all skill-levels and genders.
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About the Presenter: Emily Ong is the Senior Manager of Community Partnerships and Outreach at Girls Who Code, an international nonprofit that works to close the gender gap in tech. Before devoting her work to Girls Who Code, Emily had previously served in community organizer roles at GO Project, United Way of NYC, Greater Oaks Charter School, and New York University to fight for positive change within historically underserved communities. She received both her BA and her MPA in Public & Nonprofit Management & Policy from New York University. With this experience, Emily aspires to bring people together with purpose, creativity, and a steadfast dedication to social justice.
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