This is a list of conference programs tailored for those interested in service to special populations. It does not list the meals or other activities. Please see the list of all conference programs for this information.
#1Thursday 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Friday 8:30 am - 9:45 pm |
#2Thursday 2:45 pm -3:45 pm Friday 10:45 am - 12:00 pm |
#3Thursday 4:00 pm -5:15 pm Friday 1:45 pm-3:00 pm |
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| Thursday | T3 Catalog the Easy Way |
T11 Evaluating Web Page |
T20 BCR Network Update |
| Friday | F1 A Home of Your Own F7 Cataloging Electronic Resources F5 Online at the Library of Congress |
F10 Who's Caught in Your Web F8 Jazz Up Your Home |
F18 Alexandria V5 Presentation |
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Catalog The Easy Way
Room: 202
Catalog the easy way! Demonstration of available cataloging programs that let you pull Marc records off the Internet and copy them into your system. Fast, easy cataloging for libraries with limited staff and resources.
Sponsors: PUB/SM/RURAL
Speakers: Lyn Oryall, Santaquin City Library; Diane Slater, Utah State Library and Bonnie Mellor, Summit County Library
Target Audience: medium and small public libraries and school media centers
Evaluating Web Pages
Room: 101
This workshop will help develop skills important for evaluating the quality of information found on the Web. Speaker: Linda St. Clair, Multimedia Center, Acting Head, J. Willard Marriott Library, University of Utah.
Sponsor: TSRT
Target Audience: This is useful for personal research, Reference and Collection Development Librarians, and those who decide which Web sites to Catalog.
BCR Network Update
Room: 203
Librarians will be brought up-to-date on the latest news in library information technology. Those attending will hear about what's new at OCLC and SilverPlatter, what's happening on the Internet, what new reference services are available, and the latest news in library-related hardware and software.
Speakers: James Speed Hensinger and Rosario Garza
Sponsor: BCR
Target Audience: Librarians and library staff from all types of libraries.
A Home of Your Own: Designing and Building a Public Library Web Site
Room: 101
We'll lead you through the process of planning content; selecting a Web host and support services; selecting Web design tools; creating an online identity and interface; and anticipating the staff skills, security issues, accessibility needs, and the budget necessary to build and maintain your own library Web site.
Speaker: TBA
Sponsor: COMART
Target Audience: Public library staff and managers interested in starting a Web site
Cataloging Electronic Resources
Room: 203
This workshop will focus on current descriptions and MARC standards for cataloging monographic Internet resources, primarily Web sites.
Speaker: Jim Dooley, Computer Files Cataloger, J. Willard Marriott Library, University of Utah.
Target Audience: It is intended for anyone responsible for original of copy cataloging of Remote Access Electronic Resources.
Online at the Library of Congress: After LC's Implementation of the LCILS now what?
Room: Executive Room 100
This will be a demonstration of how to use LC's new Online Catalog. With tips and ideas about how we can benefit from having access to this catalog.
Sponsor: Utah Academic Section
Speaker: John Mitchell, Library of Congress, Cooperative Cataloging Team
Target Audience: Catalogers, Reference Librarians and others interested in use the Library of Congress Catalog.
Who's Caught in Your Web?: Gathering and Analyzing Information About Your Web Site's Use
Room:202
Learn about various software and service options you can use to measure use of your library's web site, including what areas are used the most and least, how often they are visited, and who's visiting. Discover ways to use this information to make your site more useful for your customers and for political and budgetary purposes.
Speakers: Linda Dial, Hunter Library; Carolyn Klatt, Bingham Creek Library; Cheryl Mansen, West Jordan Library; Stan Workman, Whitmore Library.
Sponsor: SLCLS Reference Committee
Target Audience: Anyone who contributes to a web site or who is involved in compiling information about library use.
Jazz Up Your Home: Customizing Web Services for Your Patrons
Room: 101
Once you have a Website, it needs constant upgrading and servicing. Experienced library webmasters will show you how to get your services online: catalog access, circulation services, online reference, access to databases and indexes, and end-user customization of your site and services.
Speaker: TBA Sponsor: Comart
Target Audience: library technical staff and managers
Alexandria v5 Presentation: "Library Automation Made Easy"
Room: 201
Learn about the various options available to librarians and districts searching for easy-to-use library automation. Learn how Alexandria gives librarians the ability to successfully install and maintain a proven library information system. Speaker: Mark Lorenzen
Sponsor: Alexandria/COMPanion Corporation
Target Audience: Librarians, Media Specialists, Media Coordinators, Technology Coordinators