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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 Digital Library Projects
2024 Session 3.0</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">This 6-week online course introduces students to the breadth
of considerations, standards, and skills needed to successfully launch and
manage a digital library program. The course will provide opportunity for
hands-on activities to develop critical thinking and decision-making skills
within the context of a digital library.</p>
<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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</span></span><a href="https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1073" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">Session
3.0: April 29-June 7</a></p>
<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: $196.71;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">ALA Member Price: $224.10;</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Non Member Price: $249.00;</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">Click this link to register – <a href="https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1073" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)">https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1073</a>
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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">Registration for each course is limited to 24 people. For
courses that are not sold out, online and fax registration ends at 12 noon CDT
on the Monday before the course begins. Mailed registration forms must be
postmarked by two Mondays prior to the course start date.</p>
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<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>
<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>