2017 American Theological Library Association Annual Conference

What is scholarly communication? How does it apply to the field of theology and religious studies? If you are wondering how to become more involved in this transformative movement within librarianship, this half-day workshop is for you! Led by members of the ATLA Taskforce on Scholarly Communication in Religion and Theology, we'll provide a basic framework for advancing scholarly communication within our discipline. We'll review the fundamentals of copyright law, talk about key initiatives toward fostering open access, open education resources, and open data. After we get the basics under our belts, we'll go hands-on and begin exploring these concepts practically. You'll come away with key tools and resources you need to develop your expertise in this quickly-evolving area.

Cost is $25 per person. 

This workshop will give a brief overview of ATS accreditation and will give particular attention to how to prepare for a visit and how to serve as a visitor. We will explore the unique place of libraries and librarians in the accreditation process, and will also discuss the role that that librarians play in institutional planning and evaluation at a broader level. The session will conclude with an open-ended discussion about the upcoming redevelopment of the ATS Commission Standards.

Cost is $25 per person.