Theology Cataloging Bulletin Vol. 23, No 2 • February 2015 3-1 Section 3 Section Three: News and Views of the Members of the ATLA Technical Services Section Edited by Leslie Engelson PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES Transformative Leaders Webinar provided by OCLC Roy Tennant and Rob Ross explore the changing landscape of libraries and how to manage the change. Looking at the past and then into the future, this webinar will discuss strategies to effectively implement change for your library. March 10, 2:00 pm ET FREE https://www.oclc.org/content/go/en/Leadership.html Cataloging with RDA Webinar provided by Amigos A thorough overview of RDA including FRBR, RDA core description elements, preferred titles and names, changes from AACR2, relationships between resources and entities, RDA Toolkit functionality including workflows and mappings. Uses exercises and hands-on cataloging experience to facilitate the learning process. March 17-20, 9:30-11:30 am ET $305-$445 http://www.amigos.org/node/2002 ALCTS 101 Webinar provided by ALCTS Meet ALCTS officers and find out what ALCTS is all about and what is can do for you. March 5, 2:00 pm ET FREE https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4168881164676354817 Workflow Maps: Tools for Insight and Enhancement Webinar provided by ALCTS This webinar provides an introduction into workflow mapping including software and techniques for creating a workflow map. Tips will be given for how to structure a workflow mapping project and how to get buy-in from stakeholders. March 9, 2:00 pm ET $43-$59 http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/030915 E-Book Cataloging Using a Shared Mailbox Webinar provided by ALCTS Participants will learn how to plan and create and workflow for processing eBooks using a shared mailbox. Topics covered include tracking, communicating between departments, and notifying users when materials are available. March 15, 2:00 pm ET $43-$59 http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/031615 Fundamentals of Electronic Resources Acquisitions ALCTS online course This four-week fundamentals course provides and overview of acquiring, providing access to, administering, supporting, and monitoring access to electronic resources. April 13-May 8 July 27-August 21 $109-$139 http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webcourse/fera/ol_templ Theology Cataloging Bulletin Vol. 23, No 2 • February 2015 3-2 Section 3 Fundamentals of Preservation ALCTS online course This four-week fundamentals course introduces participants to the principles, policies, and practices of preservation in libraries and archives. Topics covered include preventive care, storages conditions, emergency planning, standards methods of care and repair, and preserving digital content. April 20-May 15 $109-$139 http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webcourse/fpres/ol_templ Submitted by Leslie Engelson, Metadata Librarian Murray State University SELECTED ARTICLES FROM CURRENT LIBRARY JOURNALS Bernstein, Steven. "Beyond Content, Media, and Carrier: RDA Carrier Characteristics." Cataloging & Classification Quarterly 52, no. 5 ( July 2014): 463-486. Blackman, Cathy, et al. "WorldCat and SkyRiver." Library Resources & Technical Services 58, no. 3 ( July 2014): 178-186. Cross, Emma, et al. "In the Company of My Peers: Implementation of RDA in Canada." Cataloging & Classification Quarterly 52, no. 6/7 (August 2014): 747-774. "Cuyahoga County Chooses SkyRiver. (cover story)." Advanced Technology Libraries 43, no. 8 (August 2014): 1-11. Folsom, Sandy L. "Strategies for Cataloging Historical Serials." Serials Librarian 67, no. 2 (September 2014): 166-182. Gedeon, Randle, and Miranda Howard. "Biz of Acq -- The Evolving Work and Workflow in the 21st-Century Technical Services Department." Against the Grain 26, no. 4 (September 2014): 50-52. Hall-Ellis, Sylvia D. "Accept, coach, and inspire: a formula for success." Bottom Line: Managing Library Finances 27, no. 3 (November 2014): 103-106. Hanford, Dana. "A Look at How We Got Here: RDA Implementation at Central Connecticut State University." Journal of Library Metadata 14, no. 3/4 ( July 2014): 152-165. Holderman, Sharon, and April Crockett. "What Implementing a Discovery Tool Really Means." Tennessee Libraries 64, no. 2 ( June 2014): 1. Maddox Abbott, Jennifer A., and Mary S. Laskowski. "So Many Projects, So Few Resources: Using Effective Project Management in Technical Services." Collection Management 39, no. 2/3 ( July 2014): 161-176. Panchyshyn, Roman S. "RDA Display and the General Material Designation: An Innovative Solution." Cataloging & Classification Quarterly 52, no. 5 ( July 2014): 487-505. Submitted by Anna Appleman, Copy Cataloger Columbia Theological Seminary