NISO Professional Development Events, August — October 2024

August 2024

NISO Two-Part Webinar

Strategies & Partnerships: Insights to Build Collaborative Collections, Part One
Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 11:00am - 12:00pm (Eastern Standard Time, US & Canada)

Part-One confirmed speakers include Rick Anderson, University Librarian, Brigham Young University, Emma Heet, Associate Dean of Collection Services, Loyola University Chicago, Russell Michalak, Library Director, Goldey-Beacom College, and Boaz Nadav-Manes, University Librarian, Lehigh University.

Managing & Sustaining Collaborative Collections, Part Two
Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 11:00am - 12:00pm (Eastern Standard Time, US & Canada)

Part-Two confirmed speakers include Russell "Rusty" Michalak, Library Director, Goldey-Beacom College, Jesse Koennecke, Director of Acquisitions and E-Resource Licensing Services, Cornell University Library, and Jill Morris, Executive Director, PALCI .

This program is being coordinated by NISO Education Committee Member Russell "Rusty" Michalak. 

Scope:

Collaborative collection development is a multifaceted process that requires navigating the intricacies of collaboration, partnerships with publishers and vendors, as well as a keen understanding of what is necessary to optimize its benefits for all stakeholders.  This two-part series will delve into effective strategies, case studies, and contemplations pertaining to sustainability, management, resource access, impact and preservation.  Focused on the immediate opportunities and challenges that must be navigated between libraries and publishers, the in-depth conversation will provide practical knowledge and skills necessary to develop and maintain a successful collaborative collection.

September 2024

NISO Webinar

The Importance of Metadata in AI
Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 11:00am - 12:00pm (Eastern Standard Time, US & Canada)

Metadata provides critical context and information about the data being used to train and operate AI algorithms. It is the framework that shapes how AI systems process, interpret, and generate insights from available data in order to respond to queries. Through the presentation of case studies and discussion, this program will investigate the impact of metadata on algorithms, ethical considerations, and transparency.

Confirmed speakers include Karim Boughida, Dean, Stony Brook University Libraries, Paul Groth, Professor of Algorithmic Data Science, University of Amsterdam, and Hong Zhou, Director of Intelligent Services Group & Head of AI R&D, Wiley Partner Solutions.

The program is being coordinated by NISO Education Committee Member Lieke Boerefijn - Van Schaaijk '21, Platform Manager, CABI. 

October 2024

NISO Webinar

Practical Applications to Improve the Accessibility of Your Website
Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 11:00am - 12:00pm (Eastern Standard Time, US & Canada)

Websites can pose a particular challenge to individuals with disabilities, especially if they require a variety of actions to explore or access information.  Library websites require navigation through a variety of imagery, text, search functions, and authentication portals.  Inaccessible web design, images without descriptive alternative text, or complex features can impede user success. This program explores the core principles of web accessibility and offers participants with insights to identify common barriers to usability, as well as some practical solutions to improve user experience.

Confirmed speaker (others TBA): Stacy Scott, Head of Accessibility, Taylor & Francis Group.