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Library Groups Say LinkedIn Policy Changes Could Violate Users’ Privacy

Associations Now

Library patrons have long had access to resources from Lynda.com, now known as LinkedIn Learning. But library organizations warn that a platform policy change could violate both patrons’ privacy and librarians’ ethics code. Until now, library patrons could access the courses with only a library card number, according to ZDNet.

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5 Ways to Use Learning Management Software to Engage Members

NXUnite

Provide an exclusive resource library. A comprehensive resource library is a cornerstone of member engagement, offering a wealth of valuable content that fosters continuous learning and professional development. Regular updates keep members engaged and interested in exploring new resources.

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Google, American Library Association Team on Coding Initiative

Associations Now

ALA is working with the tech giant to make resources available to librarians in an effort to make exploring code as easy for kids as exploring a book at the library. Libraries have always been important places to learn, especially for kids—and they’ve never been exclusively about books.

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Internet Archive Launches Program for Local Libraries

Associations Now

With financial support from a federal agency, the Internet Archive is launching a program for libraries around the country to archive community websites in much the same way the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine does. The post Internet Archive Launches Program for Local Libraries appeared first on Associations Now.

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5 Ideas for New Digital Revenue Streams

Blue Sky eLearn

Create a Library of Content . The easiest way to start building up your library of content is recording your live virtual events. By charging people to access the library of content, you’ll also be increasing your revenue steam. Create content specifically for on-demand courses. How Do I Price It? . The age-old question!

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How the Little Free Library Became Hugely Influential

Associations Now

Seven years after the first tiny schoolhouse went up on a post, Little Free Libraries are everywhere. In an era where there’s always something new to read on a smartphone or laptop, the Little Free Library concept seems kind of antiquated. People responded quickly to Bol’s idea. Is this just a fluke of nature?

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Blogging Elsewhere: April 2011

Reid All About it

My recent posts on other blogs — Avectra, Socialfish and SmartBlog Insights – include: Member Communication: Have It Their Way. Like many large national associations, the American Library Association has struggled with a “digital image problem” in the last decade. The folks at TMG’s Engage blog explain the Times’ new metered approach.