Foundations of Intellectual Freedom

Scheduled Dates

December 5, 2024 9:00 am - 12:00 pm CST (Register Now)

Also available on request

Course Details
Course Type: 
Live-Online
Topic Area: 
Collection Development
Learning & Instruction
Management & Leadership
Marketing & Outreach
Reference
Course Description

Libraries often must justify collection decisions and find creative ways to remove barriers to access. Attaining a broad understanding of intellectual freedom as a professional value will strengthen librarian’s ability to navigate challenges and implement effective policies.

Learning objectives for this session include
  • Evaluate library policies and procedures for inclusiveness and protection of patron privacy.
  • Apply the 5 steps to having purposeful conversations about intellectual freedom issues when responding to users and coworkers.
Session Information
Session Duration: 
This course consists of one 3-hour session.
Contact Hours: 
3
Instructor Information

Joe Kohlburn, Colleen Norman, Casey Phillips

Questions
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learning@amigos.org