Rob Penfold, Author at Health Libraries Australia

Several Systematic Searching Seminars over first half of 2024 ….

by Rob Penfold | Nov 19, 2024 | Events

These are being run by Lancaster University Library in the first half of 2024. If you register, you can watch the recording later at your leisure (the time difference between the UK & AU is not live friendly). They are also open to anyone

Details / bookings for the six sessions are available here. If you are new to systematic review searching there is one just for you : Systematic Review Conversations: New to Systematic Reviews – My 1st Year

High Impact, Low Budget Library Makeovers (Wed 27 Mar, 2024)

by Rob Penfold | Nov 19, 2024 | Events

Innovation is not dependant on generous funding! In this two-hour workshop Kevin Hennah demonstrates this with sophisticated and highly creative ideas for display and interior decoration which draw inspiration from retail, museums and art galleries highlighting that there is much to gain when looking outside the Library industry for inspiration. Wanting to transform your library space in innovative but budget friendly ways? In this webinar Kevin will feature a couple of health library case studies to inspire us.

Presenter – Kevin Hennah

Kevin Hennah has carried out approximately 2000 onsite consultations at libraries internationally. He has a wealth of experience in library design and refurbishment and is passionate about keeping libraries relevant.

As a direct result of Kevin Hennah’s workshops and consultations, many libraries have reported a significant increase in both customers and loans – because, in Kevin’s words, “Change is inevitable, yet maintaining relevance is a matter of choice!”

Case studies

Kevin will choose some case studies and offer feedback. If you are keen send in a photo taken from your library entrance to angela.smith@health.nsw.gov.au

⏲️ When

Wednesday, 27 March 2024
2:00pm-4:00pm (Vic, NSW, ACT, Tas)
1:00pm-3:00pm (QLD)
1:30pm-3:30pm (SA)
12:30pm-2:30pm (NT)
11:00am-1:00pm (WA)
4:00pm-6:00pm (NZ)

🌎 Where

Online webinar Zoom – a link will be sent the day prior.

Please note this presentation will NOT be recorded.

💲Cost

ALIA Members – $75

Non-Members – $85

📝 Register

Additional information

How Librarians are implementing & supporting AI in their institutions (8am Mar 6)

by Rob Penfold | Nov 19, 2024 | Events

Free MLA Fireside Chat | March 06, 2024 | 8:00 am (Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney)

👉 REGISTER

Note – If you are interested in this area, consider joining the HLA AI Community of Practice or one of several other HLA CoP’s

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful and disruptive technology that is changing the way we do research and education. Librarians are not only using AI to enhance their own work, but also supporting AI users in their institutions.

In this free fireside 🔥 chat, you will hear from librarians who are involved in AI projects.

Michelle Cawley will talk about how she is applying machine learning to literature searches for systematic reviews and other large-scale reviews.
Justin Clark (Australia) will show how he is automating evidence synthesis with tools and methods.
Fred LaPolla will demonstrate how he is teaching and supporting AI tools for researchers and educators.
Gabe Rios will lead this lively and informative conversation.

Getting the most out of LibGuides in Health Libraries (Wed 17/04/24)

by Rob Penfold | Nov 19, 2024 | Events

Come and hear from two different libraries on how they utilise LibGuides for their library services. LibGuides are used across the world and have many hidden features you may not know about.
Come and learn from others with localised examples.

Presenters – Eunice Ang (Eastern Health) & John Prentice (Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists)

Eunice Ang is the Clinical Research and Education Librarian at the Eastern Health Library Service. She is responsible for creating and delivering library training and education sessions to support the evidence-based practice and research needs of Eastern Health staff and students. Eunice helps patrons to navigate the library website on LibGuides and uses the platform to complement the training and education program at the library.

John Prentice is the library manager for the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, where he has been based for the last 7 years. Prior to this, he was a senior implementation lead for OCLC’s WorldShare service. He has been working on LibGuides-related projects for the last 7 years, with a particular focus on the embedding of LibGuides resources into college programs and initiatives.

🕑 When

Wednesday, 17 April 2024 1:00 pm-2:00 pm (Vic, NSW, ACT, TAS, QLD)

12:30 pm-1:30 pm (SA & NT)

11:00 am-12:00 pm (WA)

3:00 pm-4:00 pm (NZ 🥝)

🌎 Where

Online webinar Zoom – a link will be sent the day prior.

This event will be recorded and sent to attendees following the event.

By registering for this webinar you are granting the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) and its representatives the right to use, reproduce, and publish audio and video recordings of your participation in the webinar titled ” Getting the most out of your LibGuides: Health Library examples” held on April 17 2024. By registering you are indicating that you understand and agree that these recordings may be used for promotional, educational, and informational purposes, including but not limited to, marketing materials, online platforms, social media, and any other medium deemed appropriate by ALIA.