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The Libraries' vision includes a strong staff development program, in which individuals keep information literacy skills current and effectively contribute to the development of the Libraries. The foundation of the Libraries' staff development program is based on learning organization principles and NU Values (the University's compensation and classification program). NU Values includes core competencies, key behaviors, and position expectations.
An enhanced staff development program will ultimately include supervisory training, student supervisor training, annual refreshers, traditional programs, new employee orientation, and individual plans for growth and development.
The Staff Development Committee works regularly with the Diversity Librarian, Assistant Systems Librarian, and the Library Faculty Academic Activities committee within the University Libraries, as well as with the UNCL (University of Nebraska Council of Libraries) Staff Development Committee.
If you have questions about Staff Development or the Staff Development program, please contact Tom McFarland
Powerpoint
Dean Giesecke offers insights on the Learning Organization management philosophy adopted by the Libraries in 1996.
For further reading on the Learning Organization, read the article by Dean Giesecke and Beth McNeil from the DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
Joan Giesecke and Beth McNeil, 2004, Transitioning to the Learning Organization.
Related Article:
Is Yours a Learning Organization?
Garvin, David A.; Edmondson, Amy C.; Gino, Francesca. Harvard Business Review, Mar 2008, Vol. 86 Issue 3, p109-116.
Quick Reference Guide – Blackboard Learn
Heath Tuttle from the Instructional Technology Group (ITG) will give a preview of what the new Blackboard system will look like and to answer your questions. Blackboard is getting an update in December. (22 September 2009)
Powerpoint
Joanie Barnes addresses what a relevant talking point is and how to say it concisely. Learn how to craft an "elevator" speech about your job, department, the Libraries, or your research project. (15 September 2009)
