Thursday, January 29, 2004 @ 10:30 am


Session: 201
10:30 am - 11:45 am
OLBA SPOTLIGHT SPEAKER
DAVID SIEGEL
Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, Brock University.
WHO IS IN CHARGE?

While the public library is still governed by the Public Libraries Act, the new Municipal Act is redefining how municipalities conduct their business. The new municipal legislation might lead to new expectations that affect library boards, particularly in areas not defined strongly in the Public Libraries Act. What new roles, responsibilities and relationships might be possible, even expected? Explore the inter-related roles of the library board, the library CEO and the municipal CAO in the evolving world of local government.
Convenor: Robin Dunbar, Huron Cty. P.L. Board.

Session: 202
10:30 am - 11:45 am
NOVEL USES FOR NOVELS
Catherine Norton, Teacher-Librarian; Laura Falkenburg, Teacher-Librarian; Dunbarton H.S., Durham DSB.

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The presenters share reading partnerships made with classes in careers, history, family studies, physical education, geography, and English. They have made novel reading a part of the curriculum in all these areas. They also run a very successful White Pine reading program in their high school library. Hear about the 2004 White Pine selections and ideas that will create excitement and assist with running the program at your school library. Learn about their creative uses for novels as they share promotional campaigns, booklists, and assignments.
Convenor: Sue Maize, Victoria Park SS, Toronto DSB.

Session: 203
10:30 am - 11:45 am
CURBING THE COPYCAT
Esther Rosenfeld, 2003 President, Ontario School Library Association and Library Coordinator, Toronto DSB; Roberta Henley, 2004 President, Ontario School Library Association and Head of Library, Brantford Collegiate Institute and Vocational School, Grand Erie DSB.

The practice of academic dishonesty has become a disturbing occurrence at the secondary and college/ university level. Participants will learn what academic dishonesty is, why it happens, and what teacher-librarians can and should be doing, from grades 1 to 12, to help curb this problem.
Convenor: Penny Young, West Hill CI, Toronto DSB.

Session: 204
10:30 am - 11:45 am
DRAMATICALLY LIBRARY AND LIBRARILY DRAMATIC

NOTE: Session withdrawn.

Session: 205
10:30 am - 11:45 am
THE HEART OF YOUR PROGRAM: THE LIFE BLOOD OF THE LIBRARY - THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
Anne R. Low, Head of Library, John Gilbert, Head of English, Lawrence Park CI, Toronto DSB.

When reading is at the heart of your Program, your closest colleagues are your English department. The workshop will detail Lawrence Park CI's supplementary reading Program for all grades (9-12), the library lessons, the portfolios and the spinoffs into other departments. We are a community of readers and a community of library users. Planning, organization, lessons and assessment will be discussed. Lesson outlines and numerous book lists will be given. Samples of student work will be available.
Convenor: Derrick Grose, Sir Wilfred Laurier SS, Ottawa Carleton DSB.

Session: 206
10:30 am - 11:45 am
CNIB LIBRARY: CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY PORTAL
Carrie Dawber, Manager of Reference and Readers Advisory; Elizabeth O'Brien, Manager, E-Delivery and Distribution Services; CNIB Library.

It's fun, it's educational, it's the first of its' kind - and it's accessible! Internet sites for kids abound and are typically intensely graphical, emphasizing colour, visual effects and movement. So how can kids participate online if they are blind or have a disability that prevents them from accessing regular print? The CNIB Library developed a solution with the help of corporate partners to build the Children's Discovery Portal - an accessible place where kids can chat, play games, and get books. Learn about the system design and receive a demonstration of this unique kids space.
Convenor: Karen Bonasso, Windsor Public Library.

Session: 207
10:30 am - 11:45 am
SAVING THE TIME OF THE READER: NEW TECHNOLOGIES AT THE REFERENCE DESK
David J. Fiander, Research and Instructional Services Librarian, University of Western Ontario.

New technologies, from laptops and wireless networks to Internet protocols like OpenURL, can have a dramatic impact on how researchers use the library and its resources. Discover how these new technologies work together to help the researcher; affect library instruction; blur the distinction between the library¯s web site, its catalogue, and its licensed databases; and how they are changing the jobs of both frontline and back office staff.
Convenor: Marlene Cummins, University of Toronto.

Session: 208
10:30 am - 11:45 am
EVERYONE A WINNER: EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE CENTRES @ YOUR LIBRARY™
Darrel Skidmore, Chief Executive Officer, Margaret Wilkinson, Information Services Coordinator; London Public Library, George Stock, Special Programs, Oxford County Library.

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Looking for an opportunity for your library to reach people who don't use traditional library services? Hear how Oxford County and London Public Library systems have formed successful partnerships with Human Resources Development Canada to create vital, community-based information services that support people in their search for employment. Both programs are examples of creating solutions to meet the unique, yet similar needs of urban and rural communities. The speakers will talk about their experiences with the partnerships, daily operations of their programs and services, and the many benefits to all parties involved - clients, library, partners, community. Everyone's a winner!
Convenor: Lisa Miettinen, Oxford County Library.

Session: 209
10:30 am - 11:45 am
A TICKET TO TRAIN FOR MUTUAL GAIN: CO-OP IN 2004

NOTE: Session withdrawn.

Session: 210
10:30 am - 11:45 am
BUILDING AN INTRANET: ACHIEVING ORGANIZATIONAL GOALS
Bonnie Duckett, Web Coordinator, Mississauga Library System; Brian Detlor, Assistant Professor of Information Systems, McMaster University.

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In recent years, organizations have implemented Web-based Intranets to provide a shared workspace for employees, a space that provides content, communications, and collaboration areas for human interaction. This presentation discusses the potential of these emerging technologies and calls the need for designers and stakeholders to pay attention and to be responsive for the human element in the development of such systems. Also, learn how the Mississauga Library System has effectively used an Intranet for over 5 years. Learn about its evolution with practical ideas and tips on layout, content topics and management, navigation and, staff resources.
Convenor: Susan Kun, Oakville Public Library.

Session: 211
10:30 am - 11:45 am
LOVIN' YOUR LIBRARY - DESIGNING A FACILITY THAT WORKS!
Elizabeth Merry, Teacher-Librarian, Barb Taylor, Teacher-Librarian, Durham DSB.

Whether you are designing a new library, or renovating an older one, this session will give you valuable guidelines for a flexible and functional facility. What are the exemplary CSLA standards for establishing a circulation area, a large group discussion area, or a reading area? How does your library measure up? Time will be spent addressing decorating concerns - colour schemes and themes for making your library come alive!
Convenor: Donna Carson, The Country Day School, CIS.

Session: 212
10:30 am - 11:45 am
THE MAGIC OF METADATA:
CONTENT MANAGEMENT FOR KNOWLEDGE REPOSITORIES
Lynne C. Howarth, Associate Professor, Faculty of Information Studies, University of Toronto.

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In the past five years the number of unique web sites has grown by 231 percent, sometimes burying key information needles in the universe of knowledge haystack. Learn some practical approaches to deriving and applying metadata to manage digital content in web-based repositories.
Convenor: Lisa Sloniowski, Leddy Library, University of Windsor

Session: 213
10:30 am - 11:45 am
WHEN IS FREE NOT FREE? THE DILEMMA OF DONATIONS
Gladys Watson, Learning and Resource Centre, Centennial College; John Lutman, J.J. Talman Regional Collections, James Alexander and Ellen Rea Benson Special Collections, University of Western Ontario Archives.

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Have you been the lucky recipient of a generous donation for your academic library? Have you then struggled with the hidden costs of the donation? Join our two experienced speakers as they discuss the dilemma of donations, and how their institutions have dealt with the "not-so-free" gift!
Convenor: Martie Grof-Ianelli, Fanshawe College.

Session: 214
10:30 am - 11:45 am
THE NEW FEDERATION OF ONTARIO PUBLIC LIBRARIES
Steve Salmons, Chief Executive Officer, Windsor Public Library; Stephen Nelson, Chief Executive Officer and Chair, SDC Federation Task Force, Woodstock Public Library.

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Join us for the launch of the Federation of Ontario Public Libraries. With a clear mandate from last year's Super Conference, the Strategic Directions Council for Ontario's Public Libraries has proposed a new Federation for all public libraries in Ontario to create a clear voice, research capacity, Ontario wide marketing, and cooperative buying power! This session will review the next steps to a founding meeting, selection of its first President, and election of a board of governors.
Convenor: Margaret MacLean, Thunder Bay P.L. Board, OLS- North Board.

Session: 215
10:30 am - 11:45 am
EACH CHILD A STORYTELLER
Frieda Wishinsky, Children's Author.

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Acclaimed author, teacher and workshop leader Frieda Wishinsky uses her personal experiences to craft a story. Through discussion, demonstration and hands-on activities, Frieda will share the many ways students can develop stories from their own experiences and have fun in the process!
Convenor: Deborah Braithwaite, Oakridge P.S., Toronto DSB.

Session: 216
10:30 am - 11:45 am
Ontario Health Libraries Association
TEACHING INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS: TIPS AND TECHNIQUES
Stephan Beckhoff, Learning Specialist, Learning Services, London Health Sciences Centre; Tom Adam, Reference and Instruction Librarian, University of Western Ontario.

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Have you ever wondered how you might make your instructional programs more effective? Would you have better results if you delivered that course via the WWW, instead of in the classroom? Come benefit from the expertise of a professional learning specialist and an experienced instructional librarian. Find out how they apply the principles of instructional design and adult learning theory in their teaching practice. Find out the benefits and drawbacks of different modes of instruction. As either a general introduction for new instructors, or as a quick refresher for librarians who already provide some information literacy instruction, this presentation will be sure to provide you with some useful tips and techniques for improving instructional outcomes.
Convenor: Jan Figurski, London Health Sciences Centre.

Session: 217
10:30 am - 11:45 am
THE YEAR'S BEST IN CHILDREN'S LITERATURE
Mariella Bertelli, Children's Librarian, Osborne Collection, Toronto Public Library; Mary-Anne Cree Junior School, The Bishop Strachan School.

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We all love the award winners, but what about the 'rest of the best'? Two kid-lit experts will share their favourites from 2003. Whether you're buying children's books for your library or for yourself, you won't want to miss this overview of the year's best.
Convenor: Paul Axford, Clarington Public Library.

Session: 218
10:30 am - 11:45 am
THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TEACHER-LIBRARIANS
Rose Dodgson, Toronto DSB Instructional Leader, Library and Learning Resources; Mark Kaminski, Bethune Collegiate, Toronto DSB.

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What makes effective school library programs? This workshop considers teacher-librarians who can communicate vision, meet program goals, manage resources and yes even give killer book talks!!! How do they do it? Find out about leading, managing, and adapting the school library program in times of curriculum change.
Convenor: Judy Tye, D.A. Morrison Jr. H.S., Toronto DSB.

Session: 219
10:30 am - 11:45 am
COSTS AND BENEFITS OF VIRTUAL REFERENCE: IS IT WORTH IT?
R. DAVID LANKES, Executive Director, Syracuse University's Information Institute of Syracuse.

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While virtual reference service has become ensconced in many libraries, the cost of running the service is very much an issue. Licenses for some software packages cost several thousand dollars per year, yet many libraries are answering reference questions online with no investment in software at all. What are the factors in determining costs? What are the real and potential benefits in providing digital reference to your users?
Convenor: Ron MacKinnon, University of Guelph.

Session: 220
10:30 am - 11:45 am
REDEFINING LIBRARY BOARDS FOR DYNAMIC COMMUNITIES
PART II: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Ken Haycock, Senior Partner, Ken Haycock & Associ-ates Inc., Professor, University of British Columbia.

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Let's address the fundamental question - what business are we in? This session focuses specifically on community development - what it is, how libraries make a difference, and how to identify and address issues. This stand alone session is the second part in the day-long program on Redefining Library Boards for Dynamic Communities, an OLBA and OLA major initiative for libraries in Ontario. See #106A and #424.

Session: 221
10:30 am - 11:45 am
UP FRONT AND PERSONAL: PRACTICAL AND EFFECTIVE PROMOTION OF TEACHING, LEARNING AND LITERACY @ YOUR LIBRARY™
Michelle Regina, Head of Library; Li Cho, Library Technician; Holy Cross Catholic Academy, York Catholic DSB.

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An informative session on planning and promoting your school library for success with public relation ideas that work for students, staff and community. Participants will take away innovative and practical promotional ideas and samples.
Convenor: Lisa Czudnochowsky, Timothy Eaton BTI, Toronto DSB.