Library Staff Training
Fit learning into your busy schedule with access to on-demand training modules, downloadable PDFs, upcoming webinars, and tools to educate your staff and end users any time of day or night.
On-Demand Webinars
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Maximize Your Time with the Top 10 Marketplace Search Techniques (September 2023)
Have you ever searched for titles in Marketplace and wondered: What’s the difference between street date and on sale date? What IS a street date? Why does this search allow Publisher Account, Publisher, and Imprint?
Join OverDrive’s Training team to learn 10 techniques to maximize your collection development time by using advanced search features in Marketplace.
You will learn how to:
- Identify and use key fields in Marketplace’s advanced search tool.
- Apply filters and “sort by” options to access key content quickly.
- Use advanced searches for shopping, collection management, and curation.
After watching the webinar, use this checklist to practice the tips mentioned!
Getting Started with Libby (August 2023)
Learn how easy it is to get patrons started with Libby, the library reading app, including how to browse and borrow on a mobile device, tips for customizing the experience, and where to find Libby marketing and help resources.
Looking for Professional Development hours?
Watch this video, take the online assessment, & download your attendance certificate!
Fall Picks from OverDrive Librarians (July 2023)
Join OverDrive's staff librarians to hear about the best books landing on your digital shelves this fall. We're sharing can't-miss titles for all audiences, plus highlights in Horror, Fantasy, Romance, Literary Fiction, and Nonfiction-History.
Bonus: select Download PDF, below, to access the PDF and links to easily shop all the titles mentioned! The file will download as a Zip file containing one PDF and two active links.
Introduction to Marketplace (June 2023)
Join OverDrive’s Training team for a 30-minute overview of Marketplace, your hub for digital content. In this session, you’ll learn to:
- Sign into Marketplace
- Utilize Marketplace for purchasing, reporting, and/or managing your digital collection
- Differentiate publisher lending models
- Find help and training resources
Looking for Professional Development hours?
Watch this video, take the online assessment, & download your attendance certificate!
5 Essential Ways to Promote Ebooks, Audiobooks, and More in Libby (June 2023)
Join OverDrive marketing and outreach experts for proven methods to increase engagement with your digital collection in Libby. This session will be packed with tips and free resources to use right away, including how to leverage print materials, social media, PR, email, and training. Whether you’re brand new to promoting your collection or have been posting Libby news and TikTok videos for years, this session is for you!
Expand Content Discovery and Leverage Patron Interests with Libby (May 2023)
Deep search and Notify Me tags help your users discover more content in Libby. In Marketplace, Notify Me tags data offers your library direct feedback from users and helps you satisfy their reading interests in a new and innovative way. We’ll provide an overview, high level demonstration, and additional resources for you and your community. You'll also hear how three libraries are already benefiting from these features.
Support Your Users with Answers to Libby’s Most Frequently Asked Questions (May 2023)
Are you a staff member who supports Libby, the library reading app? Do you field questions from users like, "How do I know when my holds are ready to borrow?" or "I got a new card, where are my checkouts?" If so, join members of our Support teams who will guide you through:
- Helping new Libby users
- Answering the most frequently asked questions
- Supporting users through common troubleshooting issues
- Navigating and leveraging help resources
Bonus: Download a copy of the quick reference sheet we mention in the session!
Summer Picks from OverDrive Librarians (April 2023)
Join OverDrive's staff librarians to hear about the best books coming out this summer. We're sharing can't-miss titles for all audiences, plus highlights for Beach Reads, Dark Fiction & Nonfiction, Literary Fiction, Nonfiction, and our picks for this summer's hottest reads.
Bonus: The links to easily shop all the titles mentioned in the session is in the PDF download, below.
AudioFile and OverDrive present: SYNC Audiobooks for Teens (April 2023)
Back by popular demand - it's SYNC 2023!
SYNC is a free summer audiobook program for teens 13+ that gives participants two thematically paired audiobooks each week for fourteen weeks. Titles are all available worldwide and change every Thursday at midnight Eastern Time during the season.
Join speakers from AudioFile and OverDrive as they discuss the benefits of audiobooks, preview titles from this year's offerings, and demonstrate how to access the titles with Sora, the student reading app.
Visit audiobookSYNC.com to register for the SYNC program and download the Sora app from your favorite app store by searching "Sora, by OverDrive."
Build a Thriving Professional Development Collection for Women (March 2023)
Celebrate Women's History Month with OverDrive and representatives from top publishers as we discuss titles to support women's professional development. In this lively one-hour session, our speakers talk title recommendations and publishing trends in four key categories:
- Career planning/advancement
- Work-life balance
- Conflict resolution
- DEI Resources to support your workplace
Expand Content Discovery and Leverage Patron Interests with Libby (March 2023)
Deep search and Notify Me tags help your users discover more content in Libby. In Marketplace, Notify Me tags data offers your library direct feedback from users and helps you satisfy their reading interests in a new and innovative way. In this session, we'll provide an overview, high level demonstration, examples of how libraries are already benefiting, and additional resources for you and your community.
For more information, visit the Patron Interests page of our Resource Center.
Spring Picks from OverDrive Librarians (February 2023)
Join OverDrive's staff librarians to hear about the best books coming out this spring. We're sharing can't-miss titles for all audiences, plus highlights for Fantasy & Sci-Fi, Nonfiction, Historical Fiction, and Romance genres.
Bonus: Here's a link to easily shop all the titles mentioned!
How to Train Your Community on Libby: Libby trainings for your patrons – made easy! (January 2023)
To download the How to Train Your Community on Libby Training Kit referenced throughout this session, visit our Training Kits page. It's the first kit listed!
Training your users on how to use Libby is an easy and effective way to increase awareness and usage of your digital collection. Join OverDrive experts to get the tools and guidance to confidently lead your own Getting Started with Libby session.
Audience: This session is for library staff who plan to host their own Libby trainings. If you'd like to request a patron webinar from our team, please visit the Digital Bookmobile contact page.
Enjoy Streaming Video with Kanopy and OverDrive (December 2022)
Join OverDrive for an overview of Kanopy, a leading streaming video service for thoughtful entertainment.
In this lively session, we'll discuss:
- Why Kanopy is a great streamlining video solution for your library
- The newest Kanopy PLUS subscription service
- How to use Kanopy
- Where to find free marketing and training materials for staff and patrons