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Microsoft is killing off IE. What’s next?

Internet_Explorer_logoIf you haven’t heard, Microsoft is ending its Internet Explorer brand. To some this may be sad news but to others it may be welcome news.

But what’s next for Microsoft and the internet browser? Right now they “have a new browser called Project Spartan.” There aren’t many details but while testing names, just putting “Microsoft” in front of anything increased the appeal to some users.” What would you call the new Microsoft browser?

Feeling brave? You can actually download and test Project Spartan now.

 

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How to recover deleted files

800px-thumbnailWe’ve all done it. Deleted a file thinking we’ll never need it, then 2 weeks later we need it! Besides tools like Dropbox or Apple’s Time Machine that can backup your files before you delete them, how can you get files back from an empty Recycle Bin?

PCMag to the rescue. A recent article by Eric Griffith details some software tools that can help restore files that seemingly don’t exist. Some cost money while others don’t. If software can’t save you, they even talk about places to send your hard drives to restore files.

In the end, with hard drive costs so low, and the prevalence of free cloud storage, maybe the lesson to be learned is not to delete anything? But then would we all need to be on Hoarders?

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We’ve Learned: Job Openings

Job Opening at the Libraries of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University

The Metadata Librarian provides professional leadership and management to ensure accurate, timely, and effective application of metadata rules and principles in library systems. The position is responsible for providing original cataloging and metadata creation and, in consultation with staff, determining appropriate standards, database maintenance routines, bibliographic quality control and workload distribution. For the job listing including Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits, go here and scroll down to Metadata Librarian in the list. Deadline for application is April 14, 2015

Job Opening at the Hill Museum & Manuscript Library – Saint John’s University

The Metadata Librarian  will manage the content and consistency of OLIVER, HMML’s online manuscript catalog, and work with HMML staff to improve existing and newly created records through authority control and data standardization. The Metadata Librarian will participate in the further development of HMML’s online platforms and their links to digital humanities projects at other institutions. For the job listing including Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits, go here and scroll down to Metadata Librarian, HMML in the list. Currently there is no deadline for application

 

Looking for other library job opportunities?

Did you know that Metronet, the Twin Cities multitype library system, hosts a library jobline on their website where there are library/school media jobs that might be outside of our region? Keep up to date with current job offerings at The Minnesota Libraries Jobline.

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We’ve Learned: Job Openings

Job Opening at the Libraries of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University

The Metadata Librarian provides professional leadership and management to ensure accurate, timely, and effective application of metadata rules and principles in library systems. The position is responsible for providing original cataloging and metadata creation and, in consultation with staff, determining appropriate standards, database maintenance routines, bibliographic quality control and workload distribution. For the job listing including Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits, go here and scroll down to Metadata Librarian in the list. Deadline for application is April 14, 2015

Job Opening at the Hill Museum & Manuscript Library – Saint John’s University

The Metadata Librarian  will manage the content and consistency of OLIVER, HMML’s online manuscript catalog, and work with HMML staff to improve existing and newly created records through authority control and data standardization. The Metadata Librarian will participate in the further development of HMML’s online platforms and their links to digital humanities projects at other institutions. For the job listing including Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits, go here and scroll down to Metadata Librarian, HMML in the list. Currently there is no deadline for application

 

Looking for other library job opportunities?

Did you know that Metronet, the Twin Cities multitype library system, hosts a library jobline on their website where there are library/school media jobs that might be outside of our region? Keep up to date with current job offerings at The Minnesota Libraries Jobline.

Image credit: http://tinyurl.com/nwbfuhq, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

 

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April AASL Complimentary Webinars

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Join Your Colleagues for Complimentary Webinars During School Library Month

In April, make room in your Wednesday nights for professional development! During School Library Month, AASL will offer a complimentary webinar each Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Central.

Register today to learn about emerging technologies and ways you can enhance your school library program!

 

Transform Teaching and Learning with Digital Tools
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Presenter: Melissa Jacobs

In this webinar, participants will explore selected mobile apps from the past two years of AASL Best Apps for Teaching & Learning and learn how to inspire and engage students with mobile technology.

 

The Best of the AASL Best Websites for Teaching & Learning
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Presenter: Heather Moorefield-Lang

During this webinar, participants will explore websites handpicked to be the best of the Best Websites for Teaching & Learning. Presenter Heather Moorefield-Lang will discuss sites, how they can be used, examples from the field as well as look for new ideas and suggestions.

 

Augmented Reality in the Classroom
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Presenter: Morgan Nickolai

Learn how to create fun an engaging lessons for your students with augmented reality! Learn how you can create interactive experiences for your students by unlocking or creating layers of digital information on top of the physical world that can be viewed through an Android or iOS device.

 

Turn on a Dime: Changing Your Library on a Limited Budget
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Presenter: Jennifer Holt

This three-part interactive workshop will equip librarians with inventive strategies for enhancing their library’s atmosphere at minimal to no cost. Participants will leave with extensive resources and an inspired outlook for turning their libraries into places where students feel welcome and excited to learn.

 

Attendance during live webinars is open to all. A seat in the live webinar is guaranteed to the first 100 attendees. As a webinar registrant, you will receive follow up correspondence from AASL.