Friday, April 1, 2005
2:15-3:15

Library Instruction: A Team Approach

Sponsors: LED, PLD, OASLMS, & UCD

Results will be shared from the workshops held to bring together academic librarians, school librarians, and public librarians who instruct patrons in research skills. A representative from each area will discuss their concerns and offer suggestions for a seamless approach to information

Speaker: Barbara Ray

Of interest to all librarians.

Contributed Paper Session III

Sponsor: University & College Division

How Different Map Projections Change Our View of the World
Abstract: Different map projections change our view of the world. For example, the traditional Mercator map projection is weighted towards North American and Europe and slights the rest of the world. This presentation will look at traditional and newer, non-traditional map projections, and how these projections change our interpretation and outlook about the world we live in.
Presenter: Steve Beleu, Oklahoma Department of Libraries

A Librarian's Guide to Middle-Earth: Tolkien in Libraryland
Abstract: Interest in the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien has risen sharply since the release of the popular Lord of the Rings film trilogy. A plethora of books, websites, and video resources have been produced, making life difficult for selectors trying to stock their shelves with material their hobbit-loving patrons demand. This presentation will review some of major editions and resources available for Tolkien study and appreciation, and will provide annotated selection guides for different types of libraries. It will also look at the role librarians and library collections have played in shaping our understanding of Tolkien’s life and literary contributions.
Presenter: David Oberhelman, Oklahoma State University Library

Will your Files Stand the Test of Time? Issues in Digital Preservation
Abstract: What will become of the digital files we are now creating? File formats, software, media, and storage space are all concerns. Find out what steps you can take, in terms of file creation and storage, to keep your information accessible in the long term.
Presenter: Cokie Anderson, Oklahoma State University Library

FOLIO Business Meeting

Sponsor: FOLIO

Of interest to Friends of Libraries

National Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism Resources

Sponsor: GODORT

Brad Robison, Library Director at the National Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism, will present a program on the Institute's Library and Web site. "MIPT's library and website constitute a comprehensive source of information about terrorism that is accessible to the general public but extensive enough to serve expert researchers. The library and website are growing into the world's foremost collection of unclassified terrorism information offering electronic access to all of MIPT's resources." Robison will also speak concerning such MIPT publications as "Oklahoma City--Seven Years Later.”

Speaker : Brad Robison, Library Director at the National Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism

Of interest to public and academic librarians

Marketing Toolkit

Sponsor: Marketing & Communications

The OLA Marketing and Communications Committee will introduce participants to POWER TOOLS for marketing your library. Ideas galore as well as sample marketing tools will be available.

Speakers: Committee Members--Buffy Edwards, Gary Kramer, Bill Young, Leslie Langley

Of interest to all librarians.