Research Guides: Keeping Current for Library Workers: Training

Local and Regional

CLAWS College Libraries Across Washington State (Formerly CLAMS)
In early 2019, CLAMS (College Librarians and Media Specialists of Washington) voted to dissolve and join WLA as the College Libraries Across Washington State (CLAWS) section. CLAWS now serves as a hub for library professionals in the Community and Technical Colleges (CTC) system of Washington State.
Northwest Central
Continuing education events for librarians and library staff include conferences, meetings, web-based events, lectures and seminars.
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
eLearning Training Registration
WA State Library Training Calendar

Creative Commons Certifications
The CC Academic Librarian Certificate provides an in depth study of Creative Commons licenses—helping you become an expert in open licensing and the Commons.

Library Science Textbooks from OER Commons
From introductions and overviews to in-depth technical skill texts.

ACRL eLearning
Various webinars. Some free, some $.
Alki The journal of Washington Library Association
Alki is the open access, peer-reviewed journal of the Washington Library Association.
Blended Librarian
Blog Posts and occasional webinars/webcasts pertinent to Blended Librarians. Free registration to the LearningTimes network required.
Choice Webinars
Stay current on library trends, and discover more about where the field is headed. Industry experts lead these 60-minute interactive presentations, which cover topics like digital publishing, research trends, and open access. Free.
Library Journal- Academic
Stories with a focus on academic libraries.
Library Juice Academy
Library Juice Academy offers a range of online professional development workshops for librarians and other library staff, focusing on practical topics to build new skills.
Online learning with RUSA
Online courses and Webinars geared toward reference services. $
Washington State Library YouTube Channel
Webinars on a variety of topics, including some focused on academic library matters.
Web Junction