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AI for Librarians Who Don’t Have Time for This
A Practical Start

Learn practical ways to use AI tools to streamline work at your library in this introductory course.
September 10, 2026 (Fall) or March 4, 2027 (Spring) | 12-4 pm ET
Half-Day Live Online Session + 3 Module Self-Paced Workshop
Recommended for people with new or emerging knowledge about AI in all types of libraries.
September 10, 2026 (Fall) or March 4, 2027 (Spring) | 12-4 pm ET
Half-Day Live Online Session + 3 Module Self-Paced Workshop

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Manga Magic
Boost Literacy with Books Students Love

Learn how to use manga to support literacy, collection development, and student engagement.
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 15, 2026; March 23, 2027; or July 15, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for school librarians (grades 3-12) and public youth services librarians.
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 15, 2026; March 23, 2027; or July 15, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Connecting with Teens (for Real)

Learn how to build relationships with and engage teens in your library.
Registration deadline September 29
7 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public youth/teen services librarians, school librarians (grades 8-12), and other stakeholders in youth/teen library programs
Registration deadline September 29
7 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Getting Kids Hooked on Nonfiction
A Conversation with Candace Fleming

Sometimes nonfiction just needs the right introduction.
October 7, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:00 pm ET
1-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for anyone who works with children and/or teens.
October 7, 2026 | 2:00 - 3:00 pm ET
1-Hour Online Crash Course

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Building Programs with Your Community
(Not Just for Them)

Revolutionize your approach to user-centered services by implementing co-design practices in your library.
Register by October 16, 2026.
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules
Recommended for program and outreach librarians and other stakeholders involved in creating library programs and services.
Register by October 16, 2026.
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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Your Patrons Have Questions About AI
(and Now You Have Answers)

Learn new developments and practical ways to help library users engage with AI tools.
Registration deadline October 23, 2026 (Fall), March 11, 2027 (Spring)
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public library workers.
Registration deadline October 23, 2026 (Fall), March 11, 2027 (Spring)
3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Prepared to Respond
A Librarian's Guide to Book Challenges and Censorship

Learn tangible ways to handle censorship, find allies, and ensure your library policies are up to date.
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026 (Fall) or April 1, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for school and public librarians.
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026 (Fall) or April 1, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Engaging Middle Grade Readers
A Practical Companion to Middle Grade Magic

Your middle grade readers deserve programming that's as good as the books themselves.
March 9, 2027 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for middle grade school and public librarians.
March 9, 2027 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Failures, Fumbles, and Flops, Teen Edition
An Unconference on Trial and Errors in Teen Programs and Services

The most useful thing you can share with a colleague isn't your success story. It's your honest one.
July 21, 2027 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm ET
3-Hour Live Online Session
Recommended for teen services librarians.
July 21, 2027 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm ET
3-Hour Live Online Session

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Getting Students to Read
Practical Strategies for Building a Schoolwide Love of Reading

Help your students fall in love with reading.
Registration deadline July 22, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for school library workers.
Registration deadline July 22, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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SLJ Picture Book Palooza
Practical Applications Crash Course

Bring picture books to life: Discover creative, ready-to-use ideas that enrich literacy and programming in your library.
July 27, 2027 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for school and youth services librarians.
July 27, 2027 | 12:00 - 2:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Comfort Counts
Creating Sensory-Friendly Libraries

Create library spaces that are more welcoming, comfortable, and accessible.
On-Demand Recording
1 Hour Lightning Learning
This course is recommended for any library personnel who wants to build more accessible spaces.
On Demand - Available now!
1 Hour Lightning Learning

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