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Chicago -- Don't miss this new LITA webinar
Thursday, May 30, 2019, Noon – 1:30 pm Central Time
Presenter: Hong Ma, Head of Library Systems, Loyola University Chicago
As libraries move from legacy Integrated Library Systems (ILS) to next generation Library Services Platforms (LSP) and face evolving user needs, soft skills, such as team building, project management, and leadership skills become as essential as technology skills. This 90-minute webinar provides practical techniques for managing this change through the exploration of a case study.
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on our latest round of online learning to boost your skill set!
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