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SUMMARY:Introduction to Strategic Planning for Libraries
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\nGetting started with strategic planning or need 
 a refresher? This workshop provides practical strategies for a simplified\, 
 effective\, and enjoyable planning process. We'll explore the basics of 
 strategic planning for libraries with a focus on how to gather staff and 
 community input. Participants will leave with ideas\, tools\, and a little 
 spark of inspiration.\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes\n\nAfter completing this 
 workshop\, learners will be able to:\n\n\n	Explain the value and purpose of 
 strategic planning in libraries.\n	Identify the essential components of a 
 strategic plan.\n	Choose 2–3 methods to gather insights from your staff 
 and community.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow will I be 
 participating?\n\n\n\nDuring this live virtual workshop\, expect frequent\, 
 active participation for maximum impact! Collaborate with peers through the 
 use of breakout rooms and other digital tools. Microphones and cameras are 
 essential for full participation. \n\nPlease note\, sessions will not be 
 recorded.\n\n\n\n\nGuidelines for conduct \n\nPlease refer to the Learning 
 Hub's Community Guidelines for Conduct as you engage with this workshop. 
 Additional policies and information can be found in the site wide 
 footer.\n\n\nAccessibility\n\nThe Massachusetts Library System (MLS) 
 strives to create inclusive and accessible events. To request a reasonable 
 accommodation to attend this event\, please contact Sarah Donnelly (Event & 
 Project Manager) at sdonnelly@masslibsystem.org or 508-357-2121 ext. 301. 
 All reasonable accommodation requests should be made no fewer than two (2) 
 weeks before the event\, although we will attempt to fulfill reasonable 
 requests made after that time. \n\n\nHow do I get a certificate?\n\nTo 
 receive a certificate of completion by email\, participants must: 
 \n\n\n	Attend the live session in full \n	Actively participate in all 
 workshop activities\, including discussions and breakout groups \n	Complete 
 the post-workshop evaluation \n\n\n\nWhy participation matters \n\nThis 
 workshop is designed to be interactive and collaborative. Active 
 participation strengthens the experience for everyone and supports deeper 
 learning. If you prefer self-paced learning\, MLS offers self-paced courses 
 and live and recorded webinars that do not require live participation. 
 \n\n\nRegistration is in the MLS Learning Hub: Register in the MLS Learning 
 Hub.  \n\nIf you don’t have a Learning Hub account\, create one here: Log 
 in / Create account. \n\nJoin Meeting: 
 https://learn.masslibsystem.org/enrol/index.php?id=377
LOCATION:Virtual Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Eberle":MAILTO:michelle@masslibsystem.org
CATEGORIES: Leadership & Management
CONTACT;CN="Michelle Eberle":MAILTO:michelle@masslibsystem.org
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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URL:https://calendar.masslibsystem.org/event/15321030
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