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Want to research topics related to Library Media? You can access "School Library Journal" via the Alabama Virtual Library. Click this link to access a search for SLJ. Enjoy!
Want to research topics related to Library Media? You can access "School Library Journal" via the Alabama Virtual Library. Click this link to access a search for SLJ. Enjoy!
This is not an exhaustive list of professional learning opportunities; instead these are curated PD sessions specifically for library media specialists or with a focus that will be most helpful to library media specialists.
This is not an exhaustive list of professional learning opportunities; instead these are curated PD sessions specifically for library media specialists or with a focus that will be most helpful to library media specialists.
Hello, Librarians! Can there ever be too many opportunities for professional learning? Absolutely NOT! 😄 I'm working to offer even more ways for you to cultivate your growth this year—across multiple areas that matter to you.
Please know there’s no pressure to attend every offering. Our First Fridays sessions remain our primary PL pathway, along with our face-to-face events like the Resource Development Summits this fall. (Resource development summit registration information is here!) These new opportunities are secondary, but still super valuable 💎 and designed to support you in meaningful ways.🎯 Here’s what’s coming up through September:
🟦 First Fridays Website Sessions
📍 Register via the First Fridays website
September 5 at 9:30 AM – PebbleGo and the AVL
September 5 at 1:30 PM – Tome Student Literacy Society
🟨 ALMO Website Sessions
📍 Register via in the appropriate section below.
Ongoing -- Fall Webinar Spotlight Series to explore fresh ideas and strategies for your library
September 10 at 1:00 PM – Newest & Favorites on TeachingBooks
September 12 at 9:30 AM – Get Going with Gale in Context: Elementary
September 12 at 1:30 PM – Get Going with Gale in Context: Middle School
September 18 at 11:30 AM – Back to School with Britannica
September 19 at 1:30 PM – Get Going with Gale in the High School with Opposing Viewpoints and Literature Resource Center
🎥 All sessions will be recorded!
Can’t attend live? No worries—you’ll still earn professional learning hours for watching the recordings (except for First Fridays, which require live attendance for credit).
Let’s keep learning, sharing, and growing together! 🌱📖
Keep the Momentum Going: Sign Up for Upcoming TeachingBooks Webinars!
Keep the Momentum Going: Sign Up for Upcoming TeachingBooks Webinars!
We had an amazing turnout at our August 26th webinar — engagement was incredible! If you missed it or want to revisit the session:
📺 Watch the Recording: Newest & Favorites on TeachingBooks
📑 Access the slides
Don’t miss what’s next! Strengthen your professional toolkit with these upcoming opportunities:
🗓️ Newest & Favorites on TeachingBooks
September 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM CT — Register Here🗓️ First Friday: Quick and Easy Book Hooks from TeachingBooks
December 12, 2025 (info forthcoming)
✨ Fall Webinar Spotlight Series
Sign up today to discover fresh lesson ideas, engaging activities, and practical strategies to support your students and library goals.
Have questions? Contact Crystal Ballard at cballard@overdrive.com.
Get Going with Gale In Context: Elementary!
Date/Time: Friday, September 12th from 9:30-10:30 am CST
Registration Link: https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BmhpmPdVRpK5qOeIeyEWag
Description:
Join us for an engaging and informative training session on Gale In Context: Elementary, which is available through AVL. This session is designed for educators and library staff looking to enhance their teaching strategies, increase student engagement, and integrate digital resources effectively!
In this training we will:
-Explore the features and benefits of Gale In Context: Elementary.
-Learn how to navigate and utilize the resource to support daily curriculum & instruction, as well as student research.
-Discover premade classroom activities available on the Gale Support Site, including lesson plans, scavenger hunts, escape rooms, and more.
-Participate in an interactive scavenger hunt activity, practicing what you have learned.
Register now to learn more about how you can use Gale to engage your learning community! Attendees will receive a certificate for Professional Development (PD) hours.
Get Going with Gale In Context: Middle School!
Date/Time: Friday, September 12th from 1:30-2:30 pm CST
Registration Link: https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dmlMjQa1Q8GWqxQfAoydmA
Description:
Join us for an engaging and informative training session on Gale In Context: Middle School, which is available through AVL. This session is designed for educators and library staff looking to enhance their teaching strategies, increase student engagement, and integrate digital resources effectively!
In this training we will:
-Explore the features and benefits of Gale In Context: Middle School.
-Learn how to navigate and utilize the resource to support daily curriculum & instruction, as well as student research.
-Discover premade classroom activities available on the Gale Support Site, including lesson plans, scavenger hunts, escape rooms, and more.
-Participate in an interactive scavenger hunt activity, practicing what you have learned.
Register now to learn more about how you can use Gale to engage your learning community! Attendees will receive a certificate for Professional Development (PD) hours.
Get Going with Gale in the High School with Opposing Viewpoints and Literature Resource Center!
Date/Time: Friday, September 19th from 1:30-2:30 pm CST
Registration Link: https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lBrIoLuKSy-YnzvmVWqrPQ
Description:
Join us for an engaging and informative training session on your high school Gale resources available through AVL, including Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints and Literature Resource Center. This session is designed for educators and library staff looking to enhance their teaching strategies, increase student engagement, and integrate digital resources effectively!
In this training we will:
-Explore the features and benefits of both Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints and Literature Resource Center.
-Learn how to navigate and utilize the resource to support daily curriculum & instruction, as well as student research.
-Discover premade classroom activities available on the Gale Support Site, including lesson plans, scavenger hunts, escape rooms, and more.
Register now to learn more about how you can use Gale to engage your learning community! Attendees will receive a certificate for Professional Development (PD) hours.
Back to School with Brittanica
Registration Link: https://britannica.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6Rdk5Jv7RK2luduxfUS5-Q
Title: Back to School with Britannica!
Date: 9/18/25
Time: 11:30 AM
Description: Whether you're new to Britannica or just want a refresher, this session is for you! With thousands of fact-checked articles and engaging images and videos in Britannica School, we have just what you need to incorporate high-quality digital content into your classroom and media center! In this session attendees will:
Learn about key features in Britannica resources to help meet learners where they are,
Share best practices for implementing Britannica resources in the classroom and library,
Explore Teach Britannica, an open-access educator hub with high-quality resources to engage learners in your classroom and library.
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