1. First Steps in eLearning @ the Toronto Public Library
eLearning in Libraries Symposium
November 17, 2016
Mary-Beth Arima

2. Some Needs
Demand from Entrepreneurs for Classes on Web Page Development, etc.
Popularity of “Thought Exchange” Lectures for Lifelong Learners
Book a Librarian Appointments for eContent & Devices 38%; 30% for and Computer Basics
Homework Help

3. Some eLearning Solutions
Information Sheets – PDF
Live and Archived Webinars
Interactive Modules on Specific Topics
Video Tutorials/ Videos
Live Tutoring
Video Conferencing .

4. Strategic Plan
Establishing Toronto Public Library as Toronto's Centre for Continuous and Self-Directed Learning
We will be the institution of choice for continuous, lifelong and self-directed learning, where Torontonians of all ages and at all stages can extend and enhance their education and access to information, both online and in neighbourhoods across the city.

5. eResources .

7. Top 10 Courses for Lynda.com
Foundations of Programming: Fundamentals
HTML Essential Training
JavaScript Essential Training
WordPress Essential Training
Excel 2013 Essential Training
Excel 2016 Essential Training
Online Marketing Fundamentals
User Experience Fundamentals for Web Design
PHP with MySQL Essential Training
Project Management Fundamentals

8. Top 10 Choices for Gale Courses
Beginning Writers’ Workshop
Grammar Refresher
Accounting Fundamentals
Creating Mobile Apps with HTMLS5
Creating Web Pages
Write Fiction Like a Pro
Introduction to SQL
Creating Wordpress Websites
Achieving Success with Difficult People
Project Management Fundamentals

9. Video Tutorials

10. 2016 Views

11. Ancient Egypt: a History in Six Objects
MOOCs
Richview
Nutrition for Health
Coursera
North York Central
Ancient Egypt: a History in Six Objects
Coursera

12. Comic Books and Graphic Novels Expert Photographer as Facilitator
MOOCs
Maria A. Shchuka
Comic Books and Graphic Novels
Coursera
Maria A. Shchuka
Digital SLR
Udemy
Expert Photographer as Facilitator

13. Think Like an Astronaut with Chris Hadfield
Video Conferencing
Think Like an Astronaut with Chris Hadfield
TPL is planning to implement the infrastructure, tools and meeting facilities for collaborative learning through video conference technology to expand digital access and literacy to the public. This technology will allow customers the ability to view and access live and pre-recorded programs or classes, receive training and assistance from the Library at a location convenient to them on a device of their choice. TPL also plans to identify potential partners with which to collaborate.
The purchase and installation of Cisco Telepresence occurred concurrently with the activities of the eLearning Working Group. Although only installed in six locations, it is hoped it will support eLearning opportunities for staff and the public. In 2017 we plan to expand it to 5 more locations across Toronto based on the quality of the connectivity in the branch and upon geographic equity.
We are also hoping to get webinar software for all branches.

14. Future Options Establish an eLearning Team Implement Service Model
In-house development of eLearning modules based on unique TPL services and resources
In-house development and broadcasting of webinars based on existing training offered to the public and staff
Expansion of subscriptions to commercial online learning products

15. Questions?
Mary-Beth Arima