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• Gale in 15: Book Club Boost: Using LRC for Deeper Discussions

  Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
  Time: 2:00pm - 2:15pm
  Location: Online - At Your Computer
  

  Take your book clubs and readers’ advisory to the next level with Gale Literature Resource Center (LRC). Learn how to use author interviews, critical essays, historical context, and export tools to spark richer conversations and enhance reader engagement.

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• AI Knowledge Bytes: Artificial Intelligence in Libraries Lunch 'n Learn Series Topic 5: AI + Accessibility: Why Keeping Humans in the Loop Matters

  Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
  Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
  Location: Online - At Your Computer
  

  In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping communication, access, and our daily lives, it’s crucial that we don’t lose sight of the people at the center. This talk explores the intersection of AI and accessibility - and why human judgment, empathy, and oversight are more important than ever.

  In this session, we’ll dive into:

  - How AI tools are being used to improve accessibility (and where they fall short)
  - Real-world challenges that arise when AI replaces or overshadows human input
  - Best practices for designing AI systems that include people - not push them aside
  - Practical strategies for keeping people “in the loop” so that technology empowers, rather than excludes

  Whether you’re a designer, developer, educator, policy advocate, or simply curious about the future of technology, you’ll come away with insight and actionable ideas for building more inclusive AI-powered systems.

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• Management 101- Effective Management Strategies Online

  Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
  Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
  Location: Online - At Your Computer
  

  In this introductory management webinar, the topics of the types of leadership models and the various types of leaders will be discussed, as well as the traits of effective managers.

  In this webinar, we will cover:
  -  Define the role of management in libraries and identify key management functions.
  -  Differentiate between leadership models and types of leaders.
  -  Recognize the traits of effective managers and strategies for improving management skills.
  -  Apply management strategies to real-world library scenarios.
  -  Identify resources for ongoing growth at different management stages (new, current, seasoned)

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