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Crossroads August 2008   
Read about the re-launch of WebJunction, how to get started, upcoming webinars and special announcements.

WebJunction
CROSSROADS August 5, 2008
Michael and Dale Get you Started on new WJ via video tutorial     The Next is Now
The freshly relaunched WebJunction.org welcomes you. Sign in, complete your member profile and discover the new ways you can connect, create, and learn with your library peers.
>     Get Started on Your WebJunction
WebJunction now offers My WebJunction, your own web page where you collect bookmarks, discussions, comments, courses, friends, groups and activities in one place. Visit the new Member Center to learn about other ways you can get started.

Join the Experience WebJunction Group
Inspired by Helene Blowers's "23 Things," this group was created to encourage you to explore, engage with and have fun on WebJunction. Try out the suggested activities put together by the group, each designed to introduce you to the new features and tools.

Refresh Your Skills
New to online learning? Read the User Guide to learn how to find and take a course. Returning members can get oriented to the new location of learning-related content with this Pathfinder.
The new Course Catalog offers hundreds of new courses from WebJunction, LE@D, and SkillSoft.
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>     Where's my discussion?
Discussions are now integrated with the resource content, so that you can find everything on one topic on one page. We can help you locate the new location of your favorite discussions.

Press Submit—You'll Be Instantly Rewarded
Got expertise? WebJunction now offers direct-to-web publishing, which gives members an immediate way to showcase content to advance the cause of libraries.

How does this work? You have an article, document, video, presentation, or other resource you want to contribute. Find a page that is dedicated to the topic you're interested in. Click the Submit Document button on that page. Enter your article content and images, or attach your file(s). Click Post.

Your contribution is now live on the site. You have added to the collective expertise on WebJunction. Bravo.

Feedback Wanted
Looking for help and support? Webjunction.org/help provides a range of ways for you to get your questions answered and to give feedback about your experience on the site. As you try the new features and tools, let us know what you think. More than ever, your participation is the engine that powers WebJunction, so your success on the site is key.
 
Meet WebJunction-Georgia
Help us welcome one of the newest additions to the WebJunction community. The Georgia Public Library Service now has their very own version of WebJunction at ga.webjunction.org. More partners means more choices for you to subscribe to customized content from library service organizations.

 

 
 
  In this issue

  • WebJunction Relaunch
  • Get Started
  • Upcoming Webinars
 
  Upcoming Webinars
Cultivating a Culture of Learning in the Library
August 5, 1 PM Central

Engaging With Our New Community of Practice
August 12, 12 PM Central

Communicating with Techies and Non-techies
August 13, 1 PM Central

Creating a Technology Petting Zoo
August 14, 1 PM Central

Advanced Engagement on WebJunction
August 19, 1 PM Central

Member Engagement on the Next WebJunction
September 4, 1 PM Central

 
  Try Wimba for 30 Days
Your library may be eligible to try our Wimba Classroom for free for 30 days. See our offer page for more details.
 
  20% Tuition Reduction for WebJunction Members through Drexel Online
Webjunction's partnership with Drexel University Online offers members a 20% tuition reduction on Drexel's iSchool and other online programs. Deadlines for the Fall Quarter are September 1. To complete your free online application, visit drexel.com/wj.

Drexel University Online
 
  Our Services
WebJunction provides helpful online learning, portal and community services to a wide variety of library organizations. Learn more about our services at webjunction.org/services.

 
 

 
 
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