The Massachusetts Library System is pleased to announce that we are working with LibraryWorks to provide our members with access to their webinars.  These webinars are free to Massachusetts library workers who register through our calendar. 

• Please note: To attend these webinars at no cost, you must register here. If you register directly with LibraryWorks, your registration will not be paid by MLS. 
• Please help us keep MLS sponsored training free for all members. If you are unable to attend the live webinar, please cancel your registration. A cancellation link can be found in your confirmation email, or you may contact Sarah Donnelly at sdonnelly@masslibsystem.org to cancel.

Our new world has been referred to the Age of Misinformation, where beliefs are stronger than facts, fake news is the norm, and adaptation of artificial intelligence into everyday life makes it incredibly challenging to discern reality from fantasy. Libraries have to fight misinformation to reinforce and double-down principles of intellectual freedom and information literacy. But the fight should also include embracing methods and platforms to work for you. In this webinar you will learn how to educate users and library staff and how platforms can work to your advantage.

From this webinar, you will learn: 
•      Most recent methods and platforms that spread misinformation
•      How to rethink the strategy to fight or resist and embrace our new reality
•      Develop strategies and practical methods to incorporate for workers and users

Presenter: Jennifer Blair is the Head of User Services Librarian and Associate Professor at Azusa Pacific University (APU). Her role is dedicated to the user experience, including marketing the library, and teaching. She has extensive experience teaching online courses in design and library studies including library management. Jennifer holds a B.A. in Graphic Design, a M.A in Educational Multimedia, and a M.S. in Library and Information Studies. Her experience in academic and public libraries as well as work experience in art and design allow her to employ visionary strategies to enrich progress and enhance advancement for libraries.