Archived OWL Videoconferences

Seaweeds of Alaska, March 7, 2013

Presenter: Mandy Lindeberg of NOAA's Auke Bay Laboratories
Description: Mandy Lindeberg of NOAA's Auke Bay Laboratories discusses seaweed commonly found in Alaska and tours viewers around her "Guide to Seaweeds of Alaska."
Supplementary material available at http://www.seaweedsofalaska.com

Tuzzy Talk 2: What Happens When Crude Oil Gets into Water? March 9, 2013

Presenter: Dr. Nancy E. Kinner, University of New Hampshire
Description: Dr. Nancy E. Kinner of the University of New Hampshire links up with libraries in Barrow Alaska and elsewhere to explain the effects of crude oil on the environment. This is part two of two. Part one dealt with the basic properties of Crude Oil.

Tuzzy Talk 1: What is Crude Oil Anyway? March 2, 2013

Presenter: Dr. Nancy E. Kinner, University of New Hampshire
Description: Dr. Nancy E. Kinner of the University of New Hampshire links up with libraries in Barrow Alaska and elsewhere to explain the basic properties of crude oil. Plain English with lots of charts and tables. This is part one of a two part series. Part two will examine the effects of crude oil on the environment.
Presenter's Slides: Click to download PDF file.

Life Woven with Song, February 28, 2013

Presenters: Alaska’s Writer Laureate Nora Dauenhauer, Past Poet Laureate Richard Dauenhauer & Others
Description: Bringing the region’s rich history, cultures and traditions alive through creative stories and literature. Features readings and conversation with Tlingit Community Leaders. Sponsored by the Juneau Public Library, Alaska Online with Libraries (OWL), the Institute for Museum & Library Sciences, Petersburg Public Library, and the Petersburg Indian Association.

eReaders Explained, February 28, 2013

Presenters: Freya Anderson, Daniel Cornwall, Katie Fearer and Jason Russell
Description: Alaska State Library program featuring an overview of where to get ebooks and brief demonstrations of Google Nexus 7, iPad, Kindle and Nook. Supplemental material and ongoing Q&A available at http://lam.alaska.gov/ebooks.

Senator Begich Town Hall for Alaska Teens – February 27, 2013

Presenter: Senator Mark Begich
Description: Question and answer session between US Senator Mark Begich (Alaska) and teen students from Craig and Unalaska.

Getting Community Involvement in using the OWL VTC Network – February 20, 2013

Presenters: Patty Brown and Reba Heaton of the Haines Public Library
Description: Discussion of the efforts of the Haines Public Library efforts to build local programming for the Alaska Online With Libraries (OWL) Video Conference Network.

Marketing OWL in your community – February 20, 2013

Presenter: Seldovia Public Library board member Rosanna McInness
Description: Rosanna McInness shares tips and resources for marketing the Online With Libraries (OWL) video conference network to Alaskan communities.

Music in the Stacks: The HI-DE-HOs – February 19, 2013

Presenter: The HI-DE-HOs
Description: 45 minute concert by the Haines Alaska based bluegrass band Hi-De-Hos. Recorded on February 19, 2013.

Do's and Don'ts of Video Conferencing – February 19, 2013

Presenter: Donna Rohwer, Video Conferencing Services Manager for University of Alaska OIT
Description: This video shows a group of librarians what NOT to do during a videoconference, followed by a discussion of best practices.

Viewing Cultural Landscape through Tlingit Placenames: An Example from Chilkoot Village Site – February 13, 2013

Presenter: Dr. Anastasia Wiley (SRS Corp, Haines, Alaska)
Description: Discussion of Tlingit place names at a February 21, 2013 event at the Haines Public Library.

Recreational Boating Safety – February 8, 2013

Presenters: Mike Folkerts (US Coast Guard) and Deb Ylijoki (State of Alaska Boating Safety)
Description: Mike Folkerts, recreational boating specialist for the Coast Guard, will discuss safety equipment boaters are required to carry on board. Make sure your vessel is properly equipped with personal flotation devices, navigation lights and sound signals.

What is OWL? – December 19, 2012

Presenters: Julie Niederhauser & Shane Southwick
Description: Learn how the statewide initiative Online with Libraries (OWL) designed to improve the computing capabilities of public libraries is providing greater access to e-commerce, distance education and professional development opportunities.

Grant Writing Resources – December 13, 2012

Presenters: Maeghan Kearney
Description: In this class, we’ll cover grant writing and general writing resources, tips on things to avoid, and outcome based evaluations. There will be plenty of examples of what makes a good grant vs. a poorly written grant.
Related Resource: Guide to Grant Writing Resources

E-Reader Bundle Training – December 5, 2012

Presenters: Jacque Peterson & Sue Sherif (Alaska State Library), Jonas Lamb (Juneau Public Library)
Description: Recently a number of public libraries in Alaska received a Nook, a Kindle and an iPad to use as E-Readers. This videoconference provided some basic training on the use and care of the devices. The presenters also shared some advice on lending and use policies for the devices.

Legal Citations – November 29, 2012

Presenters: Marinke VanGelder (Alaska State Court Law Library) & Katie Fearer
Description: Are you looking for laws or court decisions, but are frustrated because you can’t decipher legal citations? Citations are one of the keys to legal research. This introductory class is for anyone who wants to learn how legal citations work. We’ll also cover where to get the sources common legal citations refer to, such as statutes, regulations, and court decisions.

Confidentiality for Libraries – October 17, 2012

Presenter: Freya Anderson
Description: Confidentiality is a core tenet of librarianship, both as a philosophical matter and as a legal one. Sometimes issues of confidentiality and privacy are straightforward, but it can be difficult when faced with an irate parent or someone in uniform. Each library needs to make their own decisions, and as non-lawyers we can’t provide legal advice, but we’ll go over some of the basics, including: Alaska law, gag orders, and why a library policy and regular training are important.

All Things OWL – October 17, 2012

Presenter: Shane Southwick
Description: Learn how the statewide initiative Online with Libraries (OWL) designed to improve the computing capabilities of public libraries, is providing greater access to e-commerce, distance education and professional development opportunities.

What is SLAM? – October 11, 2012

Presenters: Maeghan Kearney (Alaska State Library), Chris Hieb (Alaska State Archives) and Mary Irvine (Alaska State Museums)
Description: Are you curious about the State Libraries, Archives, and Museums (SLAM)? Do you know state libraries and museums are different than their city counterparts? Join us for an hour-long presentation and get to know SLAM a little better.

Digital Discretion – August 23, 2012

Presenter: Freya Anderson
Description: Do you deal with confidential information at work? Do you sometimes use your home computer to catch up on a task? Do you use your personal smart phone for work? These are growing issues in our modern, mobile and often wireless society. Join us to learn about some of the tricky areas in privacy and confidentiality in the digital age, and pick up some tips about how to minimize your risk.

Ann Dixon Author Visit – July 25, 2012

Presenter: Ann Dixon (Homer Public Library)
Description: Homer librarian and author Ann Dixon speaks to a group of adults and children on the process of writing books and the process of how books get made. Ms. Dixon concludes with readings from several of her children’s’ books.

To Infinity and Beyond - Seeing the Universe and More! – July 23, 2012

Presenter: Space Center Houston / CILC
Description from CILC website: Galileo opened up a whole new world with his discoveries ? including the telescope! Your students can experience the excitement of a starry night with a new perspective. What makes those stars twinkle? Just how far away are they? Why is space black? This interactive session will be live from the Skylab Telescope in the Starship Gallery, where you will view America's first orbiting observatory and participate in hands-on activities that will bring the excitement of the unknown to your classroom.

Satellites: Seeing the World in a Whole New Way, May 1202

Presenter: Space Center Houston / CILC
Description from CILC website: Satellites are giving humans access to information with a whole new perspective and ease. Today Geographic Information Systems (GIS) has many uses from studying global warming trends, to the US Census, to law enforcement. While examining America's first satellite Explorer, investigate how satellites and Earth observation play a role in your everyday life! The formal presentation concludes at the 45 minute mark. A Q&A session about the Online with Libraries (OWL) project follows.