Welcome! The LTS Training Committee would like to extend a warm welcome to all new staff! We realize there is a huge number of new faces and names to learn. So, here are a couple of links to get you aquainted: Then there is all the library jargon we use. Here are several links to help you learn the lingo: Cataloging glossary from ODLIS - more comprehensive than Yale's How the library decides what to buy - an article from Chronicle Online (June 2007) How the library processes new books - an article from Chronicle Online (June 2007) An excellent way to learn more about LTS and the unit libraries, is to attend one of their tours. Each library has one every year, and e-mail notices are sent in advance. Information can also be found on the events calendar at: http://www.library.cornell.edu/events/ In addition, the Committee is committed to supporting LTS staff with the training needed to navigate the constantly evolving environment of library technical services in the 21st century: LTS policy on employee training: Procedure # 8, "Participation in Programs on Employee Growth and Development." And finally, Skillsoft offers hundreds of computer-based courses. The classes are free web-based tutorials on a variety of computer topics, and are available 24/7. Learn Excel, Word, Access and much more! Find out about a few selected Skillsoft classes ... Note: ask your supervisor to help you get a Skillsoft password to take the classes. | |