Build Your E-Branch Out of the Box

Creating or revamping a library website can be daunting, especially without in-house expertise. With so many tools to choose from, it can be tough to know where to start.

This new list of open source website initiatives for libraries, such as the Illinois Plinkit Project along with our entire Website Development topic, can move your website forward without a lot of hassle.

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ILLINOIS HIGHLIGHTS

WJIL: New Features

Michael Porter & Dale Musselman discuss the new features of WJ

Check these short videos for a quick introduction to new features including the new course catalog, creating an information rich personal profile, and linking with colleagues.

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User Guide»

Grants: A Place to Call Home

In this time of economic crisis finding the money to help your library continue to provide quality services and programs is crucial. You can now find all things related to grants in Illinois under our Grants tab.

ISL Grants »
BMGF Opportunity Online »

Community: Illinois Standouts

Steeleville Public Library and SchoolCelebrate Illinois library and library staff achievements, such as expanding library services, collaboration between libraries and schools, and creative projects.

Standouts »
LSTA Grant Stories »

Learning: New Catalog, New Opportunities

Courses on WebJunction

In the Illinois Learning Center you will find resources to help such as links to Illinois degree and certification programs, highlights of conferences and symposia and links to the Illinois Course Catalog. Check out the Illinois webinar archives, as well as the WebJunction Global learning webinar archives and register for upcoming learning webinars. 

IL Course Catalog »
IL Learning Center »

Resources: On the Job Help

ILL resourcesKey resources are continuously be added to WJIL. Watch inline videos on book repair and other preservation techniques. If you need the essentials of Interlibrary Loan in Illinois, wish to develop training for staff and patrons, or want assistance in technology planning, WebJunction Illinois can help. 
ANNOUNCEMENTS

Revision of Library System Standards and Rules

A revision of the Standards for the Services of Illinois Multitype Library Systems is underway and input from the library community is an important part of the process. You are invited to visit the WJIL Library Systems page to join in an online discussion regarding this revision and accompanying documents.

NOTE: You must be logged into your WebJunction Illinois user account in order to add or respond to discussion threads. If you are not already logged in, please log in (to the right) before you attempt to post to the discussions.

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