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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Core Web Course: Fundamentals of Management</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">The Fundamentals of Management course is designed for new
managers to build the skill set they need to successfully lead their department
or organization, as well as support existing managers looking to improve their
skills.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">This course was developed by Julia Davis, an experienced
information science professional with a strong passion for employee-focused
leadership practices, accessibility and procedural standardization. Her
experience includes time spent in both academic and public libraries, as well
as the legal and insurance industries. She currently serves as the Information
Systems Manager for Smith, Hulsey, and Busey, a full-service business law firm
in Jacksonville FL. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">2024 Sessions:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Click on a date range to register for that session.</p>
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1: January 8 - February 2</a></li>
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2: March 4 - March 29</a></li>
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3: April 22 - May 17</a></li>
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4: June 3 - June 28</a></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><a href="https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1059" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">Session
5: July 22 - August 16</a></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><a href="https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1058" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">Session
6: September 16 - October 11</a></li>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">There will be a one-hour text-based chat session each week.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Format: </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Students receive a registration confirmation after
registering. In the registration confirmation students will receive an access
code for the course. After using your access code, students will be able to
view and start participating in the course. Students have 24/7
access to the course site for the four-week period, and aside from assignment
and quiz deadlines, the course may be completed at their own pace. Instructors
provide guidance and feedback as students work their way through the course
material. Weekly, instructor-moderated Zoom sessions are the only live course
events that students are asked to attend.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Instructors</p>
<p class="gmail-MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:"Times New Roman"">
</span></span><b>Julia Davis, Information Systems Manager for
Smith, Hulsey, and Busey Law Firm</b></p>
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</span></span><b>Jennifer Milligan is Retired and based
out of Canastota, NY </b></p>
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</span></span><b>Susan Mythen, Director of Campus Library
Services, Florida State College at Jacksonville</b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Registration:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Core Members: $165.11;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">ALA Member Price: $188.10;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Student Member Price: $188.10;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Non Member Price: $209.00.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Registration fees are in U.S. dollars.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">How to Register:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Register Online for this Session at <a href="https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1053">https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1053</a></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Register by mail using the print registration form. Tip: If
you’re unable to open this “register by mail” link, right-click the link and
save the form to your computer. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">For registration questions, call 1-800-545-2433 to speak to
our customer service representatives, or email at <a href="mailto:registration@ala.org">registration@ala.org</a></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Registration Deadline:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Register by the first day of the session. Sessions are
limited to 25 people. Sessions are expected to sell out quickly. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Core Code of Conduct:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Please review the <a href="http://www.ala.org/alcts/alcts-statement-conduct" target="_self" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">Statement of
Conduct</a> before registering.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Tech Requirements:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">A Moodle-developed site is composed of self-paced modules
with facilitated interaction led by the instructors. There are predetermined
start and end dates and a suggested pace which include interaction with the
instructors and your classmates. Students regularly use the forum and chat room
functions to facilitate their class participation. Section quizzes are offered
and feedback given, however, there is no final class grade.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">The course website will be open for 1 week prior to the
start date for students to have access to Moodle instructions and set their
browser correctly. It will remain open 1 week after the end date for students
to complete any sections and submit the course evaluation survey.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Credits:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Contact Hours - 16 hours</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Core defines contact hours in line with the IACET standards
on <a href="https://www.iacet.org/default/assets/File/pdfs/CEU%20Article_6_22_10.pdf" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">Continuing Education Units</a>.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Certificates of completion are sent upon successful
completion (passing score of 70% or higher) of the course.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Contact:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">For questions about registration, contact ALA Registration
by calling 1-800-545-2433 or email <a href="mailto:registration@ala.org">registration@ala.org</a>.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">For all other questions or comments related to this course,
please contact <a href="mailto:tferren@ala.org">tferren@ala.org</a>.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">*Posted on behalf of the Core Continuing Education
Committee.*</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Find your home, find your Core! </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Searching for your place in ALA? If your role is in
buildings, collections, management, or technology, then Core: Leadership,
Infrastructure, Futures may be the perfect fit for you! Six sections let you
tailor your membership to the areas that match your interests and career
aspirations. Our interest groups offer networking and problem-solving, while
our volunteer opportunities give you practical experience for your résumé. Our
members are critical to implementing and maintaining core library services; they
come from every level of responsibility and help shape the future of the
profession. We hope you’ll consider joining and finding your home in Core!</p></div>