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The Philippine Librarians Association Inc.-Northern Mindanao Region Librarians Council (PLAI-NMRLC) with the Academic Libraries Information Network in Mindanao, Inc. (ALINET) will hold a Seminar-Workshop with the theme “MAX OUT FOR LIBRARIANS! Enhancing Library Online Presence and Enriching Research Experience” on September 29-30, 2022 (Thursday to Friday) at the E-Library, University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines, Cagayan de Oro City. The registration fee is ₱1,000.00 per person for active PLAI- NMRLC and ALINET member participants (i.e. paid annual dues for the last 3 years) and ₱1,200.00 per person for non-PLAI-NMRLC/ALINET member participants. The fee is inclusive of meals, e-handouts, and certificate of participation. Objectives Harness the power of social media to increase the library’s online presence; Provide guidance in selecting the best media platform for your library; Encourage knowledge mobilization in the library and information science profes...

The Philippine Librarians Association, Inc.-Davao Region Librarians Council in partnership with Regalo Touching Lives will be hosting a webinar on the topic, "Organization of Information Resources and Managing Services in the Digital Environment" on September 15, 2022 (Thursday), from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM via Zoom.  CPD points are being applied for this event. This post will be updated with the number of CPD units. There is a registration fee of 500 pesos for members and 200 pesos for undergraduate students. Registration link and payment details can be found below. Objectives enhance librarians' knowledge in formulating bibliographic data of print and digital resources using the instructions and guidelines in the Resource Description and Access (RDA) cataloging standards;  enhance librarians' skills in preparing indexes and abstracts through applying the policies, guidelines, and practices of indexing and abstracting print and digital information; and  discuss strat...

The University of the Philippines School of Library and Information Studies (UPSLIS), Council of Deans and Heads of LIS Schools (CODHLIS), and the Philippine Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (PATLS) will be holding a free webinar for LIS teachers and educators on the topic, "Looking Beyond: Curriculum Planning for the LIS Profession" on September 6, 2022 (Tuesday), 1:30 to 4:00 PM. The featured speaker is Dr. Maureen Henninger, Visiting Fellow from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences in University of Technology Sydney. She is currently a Visiting Professor for the School of Library and Information Studies (SLIS) in University of the Philippines, Diliman.  Registration link: https://bit.ly/lis-curriculum Share on Facebook: Want more CPD learning activities? Follow PH Library News on Facebook or see more posts on CPD programs . Share this post on social media below or copy this link:  https://bit.ly/3wzULxa

The National Library of the Philippines,with the UP National College of Public Administration and Governance (NCPAG) – Center for Policy and Executive Development (CPED), will be hosting “Webinar on Public Advocacy and Communication – Creating Effective Infographics” on September 6, 2022 (Tuesday), 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM via Zoom. The webinar aims to share among participants ways to effectively develop and create infographic materials to better communicate their library’s policy proposal, advocacies, activities, and/or plans unto their users and other stakeholders. The speaker is Ramon Manuel T. Nisperos, Senior Lecturer and Course Coordinator of UP Open University. Registration link: https://bit.ly/PPLLCCEI Meeting details will be sent to the e-mail address provided in the registration form. Questions and concerns may be sent to the Training Section of the NLP via e-mail to  nlpwebinar@nlp.gov.ph See the webinar program below: Share on Facebook: Want more CPD learning...

The Philippine Group of Law Librarians, Inc. will be hosting a webinar on "Breaking Barriers, Taking Actions and Strategizing for Resiliency and Excellence" on August 30-September 1, 2022 (Tuesday to Thursday). This event will be held in celebration of PGLL’s 42nd Anniversary.  This event is free for PGLL members and there is a fee of 200 pesos for non-members. Registration link, invitation, and payment details can be found below. Objectives to be apprised of and gain inspiration from the changing and evolving roles of law librarians as leaders and managers amidst the pandemic;  to equip law librarians in the proper organization, management and care of vital legal resources with the help of technology;  to empower law librarians as risk  managers through timely identification, management and resolution of library and  institutional risks that impact the delivery of services, and;  to have a working knowledge of emerging and user-friendly digital to...

The Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology Training Department will be holding a webinar with 16 CPD points for librarians, the National Seminar-Workshop on Digital Literacy and Online Library Services on September 20-21, 2022 (Tuesday and Wednesday). There is a fee of 350 pesos for this event. See payment details and registration link below. Program description After two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced Philippine government nationwide to place the country in full or partial lockdown to contain the spread of the virus. This situation challenged the ways academic libraries used to function. and library professionals with consideration of adopting the technology which is the only way out to resilience the challenging time. In fact, librarians and library staff have demonstrated their skills, empathy and flexibility during lockdown to respond to the rapidly evolving situation. And in such circumstances the website, social networks and other applications are an essen...

To celebrate the 135th anniversary of the National Library of the Philippines, they are launching a free book for download, Beyond National Library: The National Library of the Philippines from 2017-2022. The book is composed of 5 chapters: Chapter 1: The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) Director Chapter 2: The Management System Chapter 3: Facilities Chapter 4: Activities Chapter 5: Ongoing Projects and Future Plans The book describes the developments in the National Library from 2017-2022. NLP is always “in the pursuit of improving the different aspects of its system to fulfill its mandate and commitment” as the national library of the country. Download the book The project was made possible through the support of NLP Director Cesar Gilbert Q. Adriano, Asst. Director Edgardo B. Quiros, and the teamwork and contributions of all the people behind the achievements of NLP from 2017 up to present. The National Library celebrated its 135th anniversary last August 11...

Libraries in the Philippines are encouraged to submit entries to the Photovoice Project: Local Heritage Collections of Libraries in the Philippines in celebration of the 2022 Libraries and Information Services month this November. This was launched by the the National Commission for Culture and the Arts through the National Committee on Libraries and Information Services. The goals of this project are to: Encourage libraries all over the country to document their local heritage collections; Showcase the local heritage collection to more audiences through an online photo exhibit; and Generate community awareness on the significance of books and other printed local heritage resources available in libraries as tangible cultural heritage resources. This is also an avenue for librarians and information workers all over the country to showcase their libraries’ local heritage collection to more audiences through a Photo Exhibit for the LIS Month celebration in November 2022. The deadline...

PLDT's wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart)'s ramped-up network expansion continues to reach more areas across the country, including the island municipality of Capul in Northern Samar. For Jackielyn Cabacang, 38, a resident of Brgy 5 Poblacion in Capul, the recent firing up of Smart LTE in their area has been a great help to their town, especially in terms of keeping them abreast and informed with what is happening outside the island. "With Smart LTE available in our town, our mobile data signal is now stronger. This has helped us communicate with others outside the island--not just in other parts of the country but other parts of the world as well," said Jackielyn, who added that as a Smart retailer on the island, the presence of LTE has helped boost their family's livelihood, too. Mobile data has also helped Jackielyn's kids in terms of online learning. "Our children were also able to use Smart LTE for online research and for gett...

The Philippine Association of Academic/Research Librarians, Inc. (PAARL) will be holding a webinar on "Design Thinking for Librarians: Making Value to Approach Problem-Solving" via Zoom on August 30, 2022 (Tuesday), from 8:30 AM-3:30 PM. CPD points have been applied for and is on process. This post will be updated on the number of CPD units for this event. Registration fees are: P300 for members, P350 for non-members, and P200 for students. Pre-registration is required for interested attendees. Registration Link: https://bit.ly/2022PAARLWebinar_DesignThinkingforLibrarians Payment details: GCash No.: 09278575732 Account Name: Sharon S. BPI Family Bank Account No.: 005951078206 The webinar aims to "aims to provide a learning environment for new ideas and insightful discussions among library and information professionals in the country." The webinar will also cover how to: Recognize how design thinking works as a strategy of innovation; Explore and expound on the...

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This is for the Librarian Licensure Examination (LLE) in the Philippines but can also apply to other board exams for professions. I'm telling the story about how I topped (rank #1) the LLE last 2015. I hope this helps other test-takers pass and do well in the board. TIMESTAMPS: 0:43 My story 4:10 The board exam is just the beginning of your professional life 5:00 Advantages of being a topnotcher or top 10 in the board exam 7:22 Downside, disadvantages  of being a topnotcher of top 10 8:43 Tips on how to excel board exam

Last 27 July 2022, top clients were honored on DOST-STII Library Clients' Appreciation Day. The event was held in the DOST-STII Mini-Theater and streamed online. Special awards were given to the following: ONLINE ADVOCATE AWARD (This award is given to the individual or institution who actively promoted DOST-STII Library programs and services through various platforms in 2020-2021.) 1st Place - Ms. Allana Delgado 2nd Place - National Library of the Philippines 3rd Place - Mr. Kevin Conrad Tarrobal Tansiongco HIGHEST NUMBER OF OLLP PARTICIPANTS AWARD (This award is given to the institution with the most participants in the DOST-STII Online Library Literacy Program in 2020-2021.) 1st Place - School of St. Anthony, Lagro QC   2nd Place - Baliuag University, Baliwag, Bulacan 3rd Place - Blessed Christian School de Sta. Rosa Inc., Laguna WEBINAR LOYALTY AWARD (This award is given to clients who attended the most DOST-STII Library-hosted webinars in 2020-2021.) 1st Place -...