NEW! LILAC 2010 - Presentations Available

Many of the presentations from the LILAC 2010 parallel sessions are now available at:
http://www.lilacconference.com/dw/programme/parallel_sessions.html
Please feel free to browse through them!

Bon Voyage Karen!

Karen Sainsbury, LNSS Administrative Assistant in UL, will be leaving the LNSS project soon and winging her way to sunnier climes! We would like to thank Karen for her impeccable work for LNSS, especially in the running of the Regional Network for Staff Development. Karen was invaluable to LNSS, at all times professional, and an absolute pleasure to deal with. We wish her all the very best for the future. Bon Voyage!

LILAC conference - PHOTOS!

These are just a few of the many photos taken throughout the conference - click here to see more! http://www.4shared.com/dir/37323706/c993146c/sharing.html

Photos taken by Monika Bukowska, LIT.

LILAC 2010, 29th-31st March, Strand Hotel Limerick

LNSS are delighted to host LILAC 2010, taking place in the Strand Hotel Limerick from the 29th to the 31st of March. LILAC is the Librarians' Information Literacy Annual Conference (run by the CILIP CSG Information Literacy Group) and is aimed at information professionals from schools, further education, government/health/special libraries and higher education institutions to name but a few disciplines.
Delegates come from over 30 countries worldwide to participate in the information sessions and to share new ideas and innovative teaching techniques in the field of Information Literacy. Themes for this year's conference are: Developing the IL Practitioner, Innovative Practice, Making Connections and IL & Research.
Not that it's all work and no play - social events form a pivotal role in the conference! There will be many opportunities to network, with social events planned in LSAD and Dromoland Castle. Delegates are also encouraged to explore Limerick and its many attractions. Excursions have been organised for those who are interested in learning more about Limerick city after the close of the conference.
To find out more about LILAC, please visit their excellent website at : http://www.lilacconference.com/

LNSS Course: 'Copyright' 19th January 2010

This half-day seminar will focus on topics such as intellectual property, copyright and the internet, and is aimed towards all library staff with an interest in copyright issues. Technical protection systems and obtaining permission for reuse will also feature. Venue: Limerick

LNSS Course: 'Conflict Resolution for Library Staff' 14th January 2010

This workshop will provide participants with an understanding of what happens in conflict situations, information on conflict management styles and possible responses, and skills in resolving conflict with colleagues and library patrons. Venue: Limerick

LNSS Course: 'Skills for the Information Desk' 30th November 2009

This course will cover such topics as information sources (print and electronic), the reference interview, planning searches, referrals to a librarian / subject specialist, communicating with users, dealing with complaints & difficult situations, and reflective practice. Venue: Tralee