Description:

Video has quickly caught on as a new way of teaching patrons and promoting library services. This online workshop teaches you how creating a video can help you promote your library’s activities and services to connect with your users. The workshop will cover what you need to know for video production. It will also explore how to promote your library video through YouTube. We will also look at what libraries have done so far and what resources are available to help.

Learning Outcomes - at the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
> Explore the necessary requirements for creating a library video
> Identify how creating a video can help you promote your library
> List the pros and cons of YouTube
> Compare and evaluate the different ways that videos are used in a number of libraries

Continuing Education Units:

.2 CEUs
2 Contact Hours

Intended Audience:

Library staff, administrators, and marketing staff interested in exploring the use of YouTube as a way to promote library services

Prerequisites:

None

Notes:

Registrations for this class must be received at least one week before the start date. Registrants should receive an email with detailed login and setup instructions. Please call Educational Services at 800.999.8558 if you do not receive this email at least three days before the class. For more information about Lyrasis' E-cademy classes, visit the FAQ's web page.

This Course is designed for individual participation; each individual must register.

Time: All web-based classes are advertised in Eastern Time.

Technical Requirements:

Please see the Technical Requirements for live online classes.

Associated Training Tracks:

Social Networking

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Registration:

You may register for a class using one of two methods:
Online Ordering:  Click on the "Register" tab and login or create an account to register.

PDF Form:  Print out the registration form and fax it to LYRASIS at 404.892.7879.