Tag Archives: ELM

Academic, General, Public, School Media Specialist, Special

Ransom! Useful and worth the time

customLogoCMLE previously highlighted this program but with some free time coming for most during the holidays its worth looking at again!

Do you want a fun way to learn more about the Electronic Library for Minnesota (ELM) databases? Well get ready to play “Ransom!” a fun game that helps you learn about what ELM has to offer. By exploring the ELM databases you solve clues that will help you figure out who facetiously stole the Minitex blue ILL tubs.

Feedback from the program has been overwhelmingly positive. 100% of respondents said they learned something that will positively impact their job. Do you have an hour (or so)? Give Ransom! a try!

Public, School Media Specialist

Are you ready for the St. Cloud Public Library History Day Hullabaloo?

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February might seem like a long way away but it will be here sooner then you think! Get ready for the History Day Hullabaloo at the St. Cloud Public Library now.

Great River Regional is here to help with research librarians available to visit any branch library or school – to assist with any and all research needs. They even have a cool poster you can use to publicize the event!

Need even more? Look no further then the History Day resources at ELM:
• ELM databases for History Day
• History Day Research in Minnesota tutorial
• ELM Learning Center Course: ELM for History Day

Academic, General, Public, School Media Specialist, Special

Ransom! Learn more about ELM databases

customLogoDo you want a fun way to learn more about the Electronic Library for Minnesota (ELM) databases? Well get ready to play “Ransom!” a fun game that helps you learn about what ELM has to offer. By exploring the ELM databases you solve clues that will help you figure out who facetiously stole the Minitex blue ILL tubs.

Although intended for library staff, it is open to anyone interested in exploring and learning more about ELM. Go on and give it a try!

Academic, General, Public, School Media Specialist, Special

ELM Information and Learning Commons

customLogoWe all know that ELM gives Minnesota residents online access to magazine, journal, newspaper, eBooks, and more! And now with the addition of the LearningExpress Library, users have access to educational and career-focused resources too. Now you can make sure you’re getting everything out of these resources with the ELM Information and Learning Commons.

From Minitex: “In the new ELM Information & Learning Commons learn to navigate and master the content in the Electronic Library for Minnesota databases at your own pace. The eCommons includes seven modules for which you may earn a certificate of completion or jump in wherever you need a refresher. Use the ELM Information & Learning Commons to discover all things ELM:

  • setting up links on your library webpage
  • gathering usage statistics
  • exploring content included in ELM resources
  • reviewing basic and advanced searching tips
  • practicing scenarios with a live database
  • joining a discussion with your colleagues
  • learning about the upcoming webinar schedule
  • finding links to additional learning materials created by Reference Outreach & Instruction librarians and more!”

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Academic, General, Public, School Media Specialist, Special

Your Guide to Learning Express

Have you heard the news about your free access to Learning Express, which is now part of the Electronic Library of Minnesota (ELM)? We did an earlier post about the other resources that remain in ELM, but this addition is exciting news. Take a moment, take stock of everything at your disposal in working with your end-users. 

A meeting of nibsWhat is included in Learning Express? In a nutshell….

  1. LearningExpress Library
    Interactive collection of tests, tutorials, and eBooks categorized in Learning Centers including School Center, College Preparation Center, College Center, High School Equivalency Center, Adult Learning Center, Career Center, and Recursos para Hispanohablantes (Spanish Center).
  2. LearningExpress Job & Career Accelerator
    Test preparation and skill building tools related to career and job readiness available through the LearningExpress Library.
  3. LearningExpress Computer Skills Center
    Interactive multimedia training tutorials to develop computer and internet skills available through the LearningExpress Library.

See a More Detailed Description of What is Included in These Three Resources

Do You Need Information About How to Get Set Up?

Need Usage Stats on LearningExpress? In order to obtain usage statistics for your institution on these resources, follow these three easy steps:

  1. Locate your library’s access code in this spreadsheet.
  2. Register with your access code. (Up to 10 people at your institution can register with a single access code.)
  3. Log in to the LearningExpress Usage Reports site.

Need a Little Training? Below is a list of new Minitex webinars that highlight LearningExpress Library and Job & Career Accelerator! (Click on each link for  specific class dates, times, and descriptions)

LearningExpress for Public Libraries

LearningExpress Library

LearningExpress Job & Career Accelerator

LearningExpress for Academic Libraries

LearningExpress Library K12 Resources

ELM for Public Libraries

Britannica School Educator Resources

ELM K-5 Resources and the New Kids InfoBits

An Electronic Library for Adult Basic Education

ELM Advanced

History Day Resources in ELM

Google, Library Resources, & Your Students

 

Still Need More? New this year…… Office Hours for ELM Assistance

Wednesdays @ 11:00am – 12:00pm through 12/17

  • Ask ELM questions!
  • Ask for a quick ELM resource demo!
  • Ask about ELM content!
  • Ask about ELM usage statistics!
  • Ask about setting up ELM!
  • Ask about searching ELM!

Just show up at my (Jennifer Hootman’s) online office and ask anything about ELM!

All of us in Minitex Reference Outreach & Instruction can be reached for ELM questions and conversation anytime (mtxref@umn.edu  or 612-624-4150).

Jennifer says…..”This Fall I’m piloting additional weekly office hours when you can meet with me online through our Adobe web conferencing software. It’s easy!  Just register, and I’ll send you the link to my online office.  If my office hours don’t work for you, just let me know when you can meet”

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Jennifer Hootman, Librarian
Reference Outreach & Instruction
Minitex

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