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Library Advocacy Unshushed
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- 7 Sequences
- Introductive Level
- Starts on February 1, 2015
Course details
Syllabus
- Acquire insights on your own motivations, reflect on the principles of librarianship, and identify what’s at stake for libraries
- Employ key research relevant to advocacy for libraries: evidence on perceptions of libraries; values and assumptions of decision makers; and the dynamics of influence
- Consider and apply ways to exert influence and engage others
- Adopt a strategic perspective in planning for your advocacy
- Communicate more effectively, and develop and strengthen strategic relationships
- Plan and apply best practice to move an advocacy objective forward
Prerequisite
Instructors
- Wendy Newman
- Gwen Harris
- Carolyn Dineen
Platform
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