The novel, "James," by Percival Everett, was consistently ranked one of the best books of 2024, and is based on the character of Jim in "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." Want to read Huck Finn? You can find it in Ebooks Minnesota.
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Minnesota Open Educational Resources and Affordable Content community of practice meeting January 23
Discuss with librarian colleagues the role of technologies that can promote or enhance the use of open materials. We’ll have short explanations of Pressbooks, H5P, Hypothesis, Perusall, and MyOpenMath. Bring your experiences and questions about these and other technologies.
This January-February 2025 edition of Library Laughs & Oddities brings great news and a hearty congratulations to Lucas Gorham and the Gardena Senior High Library for their outstanding win! They have been awarded the Sentry Custom Security - WAM-RT Security System Package, a cutting-edge solution to enhance library security and services.
Registration for this webinar is free. The session will focus on the implications of generative artificial intelligence for future generations and how this disruptive technology will reshape education.
"Ready Set FAFSA" is a series of one-hour virtual college and financial aid events held on Tuesday nights. The webinars are free to students and families. They are offered by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and feature presenters who are experts in college and financial aid.
From connecting communities with essential resources to helping libraries save millions, this year proved that innovation and dedication can make a world of difference.
South Dakota State University is seeking a forward-thinking Associate or Full Librarian/Head of Public Services. The position oversees circulation, reference, library instruction, interlibrary loan, government documents, and outreach services. The application deadline is February 10, 2025.
The State of Minnesota is working to expand access to postsecondary education for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Join a new discussion list for Minnesota library professionals to share questions, resources, and experiences related to library data. Whether you're an expert or just getting started, this space is for everyone to connect and collaborate. With upcoming webinars and a focus on advocacy, storytelling, and data improvement, we’re here to support each other in making the most of library data.
January's resource pack for K-12 educators and students covers the topic on Minnesota minds this month: the weather.