Fundamentals of Librarianship for Frontline Staff

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Online Course
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Event Details

*Library workers are limited to 2 course enrollments through CALL annually. Already taken 2 courses? Email us to see if an exception can be made: call@cla-net.org.

3-Week Online Course + Workshop | Live sessions: Thursdays, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 2025 at 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

No library school? No problem. This course will cover the basics you need to succeed in your library.

This new, online course is designed to equip library staff who don’t have an MLS degree with the essential knowledge and skills needed to work in a library. We will cover foundational topics such as intellectual freedom, information literacy, and the basics of collection development, weeding, and cataloging.

This three-week course will include weekly live sessions from experts in the field as well as an opportunity to engage with and crowdsource issues asynchronously with peer cohorts from across the country. All sessions will be recorded and available for on-demand viewing.

Session 1: Fundamentals of Core Library Values
  • Core Values of Library Science: Neutrality, Inclusivity, Privacy
  • Core Values of Library Science: Intellectual Freedom
Session 2: Fundamentals of Information Literacy and Community Engagement
  • Information Literacy: Identifying Mis- and Disinformation
  • Foundations of Community Engagement
Session 3: Fundamentals of Library Programs, Services, and Collection Development
  • The Why and How of Library Programs and Services
  • Collection Development 101: Understanding the Basics


 

CALL Training Partner for this Event: Library Journal

Track: Fundamentals

Additional Information

Enrollment Statement

I understand that a space will be reserved for me in this learning opportunity at a cost to CALL, and if I am unable to attend this learning opportunity, I will cancel my enrollment as soon as possible and before the start date. 

Single Enrollment Disclaimer

I understand that I can register for only one course at a time (no concurrent courses). If I do not attend this course, I understand that I may forfeit the opportunity to enroll in additional CALL courses during this fiscal year.