We've been able to arrange a Gale database training session at the Bryan Public Library. It will be held on August 22nd, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. If you're interested in attending, read on. . . And call me if you have questions. You can register online at http://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/gale/index.html Thanks, Sharon CTLS 800-262-4431 or 512-499-7598 -------------------------------------------------------------- Bryan has been added to the Gale Database Workshop sites below: GALE DATABASES TRAINING WORKSHOPS http://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/gale/index.html DATES & LOCATIONS Richland College (DALLAS) May 21, 2001 Texas A&M - Corpus Christi (CORPUS) May 31, 2001 University of Texas-Pan American (EDINBURG) June 6, 2001 University of Texas - San Antonio (SA) June 27, 2001 University of Houston Downtown (HOUSTON) June 29, 2001 **Cisco Junior College (ABILENE) July 20, 2001 Dallas Public Library (DALLAS) July 31, 2001 Dallas Public Library (DALLAS) August 13, 2001 Bryan Public Library August 22, 2001 **Schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mahon Library (LUBBOCK) August 29, 2001 **Schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Midland County Library August 30, 2001 **Schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ector County Library (ODESSA) August 31, 2001 **Schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. SCHEDULE 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Registration 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Morning Session 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch (on your own) 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Afternoon Session WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION Academic and public library staff and patrons enjoy free access to a variety of online databases through the TexShare program sponsored by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. The Gale Group is one of the world's preeminent publishers of academic, educational and business research reference tools in both print and online formats. Gale Group databases provided through TexShare include _Contemporary Authors_, _Contemporary Criticism Select_, _Dictionary of Literary Biography_, _Heath Reference Center Academic_, _DISCovering Science_, _Biography and Genealogy Master Index_, _Custom Newspapers_, _What Do I Read Next?_ and the _Texas Almanac_. This full day workshop is designed for all academic and public library staff who provide reference services for library users. An overview of the Gale databases will be provided, as well as specific search tips and strategies for using the databases. The workshop will also include training tips, and a number of tip sheets and training documents will be provided for later use. THIS IS A HANDS-ON WORKSHOP Since seating is limited at each site, early registration is strongly encouraged. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? *Reference staff who provide training in large academic and public libraries *Reference and instructional services librarians *Public and academic library staff who provide reference services for library users<br> OBJECTIVES During the workshop, participants will learn: * Search tips and strategies for using the Gale databases provided through TexShare *Effective training techniques to use with colleagues and patrons *To search Gale databases effectively ABOUT THE SPEAKER Juanell Marks has provided orientation, customer training, and train-the-trainer sessions; written training materials to support the classes she has conducted; and represented the Gale Group with product instruction sessions at state and regional conferences in nine states, including Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, Kansas, Colorado and Missouri. She holds Master of Library Science and Master of Education degrees, and worked as a school media specialist for 12 years before becoming a full time trainer. Over the years Juanell has won numerous speech contests and awards on both local and district levels. When she is not travelling she lives in Plano with her husband and enjoys participating in the Plano Talkers Toastmasters. REGISTRATION Due to limited seating, preregistration is encouraged. Registration will be taken on a first come, first served basis. There is no charge for attending this workshop. To register, go to http://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/gale/index.html. FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact Belinda Boon using the address, phone and e-mail listed below. ******************************************************* Belinda Boon Interim Manager, Continuing Education & Consulting Texas State Library & Archives Commission P. O. Box 12927 Austin, TX 78711 (512) 463-6624 (512) 463-8800 FAX [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/ --------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, send to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Include in body: unsubscribe ctls-l For information on CTLS-L please visit: http://www.ctls.net/document/ctls-l.htm
