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After working with thousands of library and school partners across the globe, our Marketing and Outreach team has compiled their top 10 tips for using social media to promote your digital collection… and they’re ready to share! Join us on Thursday, March 18th at 2:00 PM (ET) for 10 Tips to "Show off on Social" […]
SYNC is an annual program that gives individuals 13+ who register two complete audiobook downloads per week–including new and favorite listens–each week for 14 weeks during the summer. It's free and available worldwide. Join Michele and Francisca from AudioFile and Lisa from OverDrive as they discuss the benefits of audiobooks, talk about this year's offerings, […]
Do you ever wish your students engaged with books like they do with video games or social media? Or that you could make reading fun while meeting your students’ varied learning needs? Sora has all the tools to help you level up and make this a reality. Join OverDrive’s K-12 experts as we share ways […]
Don't miss this live webinar on Public Library CONNECT, a game-changing feature that helps kids read more and increases juvenile and young adult circulation. Public Library CONNECT enables students to borrow age-appropriate ebooks and audiobooks from their school and local public library’s digital collection. OverDrive experts will share how it works, how to sign up […]
How can Sora be a bridge between unfinished learning and thriving students? What can learning continuity, differentiation and inclusion, and data-driven decisions do to support all students amidst the widening educational gap? Join us to explore these topics and more with our OverDrive staff K-12 librarians. Live Q&A will be available. This session will be […]
This session is produced by SLJ and sponsored by OverDrive. With the holidays around the corner, now is a great time to build a holiday collection that showcases diversity, equality and inclusion to better represent all your students. From Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas to Kwanzaa, Diwali and New Year’s Eve, join OverDrive Education experts to […]
Join our Training team for an introductory session on OverDrive Marketplace, your hub for digital content. This live session will provide you an overview of shopping and purchasing in Marketplace, including how to: Differentiate publisher lending models Browse and search for content Create and edit carts Purchase titles Access additional help and training resources This […]
Learn how easy it is to get started with Sora, the student reading app! We’ll show you how to browse and borrow ebooks and audiobooks, and tips for customizing the reading and listening experience in Sora. The webinar will also review where to find help and free, customizable Sora marketing resources. This webinar is great […]
Ready to take the next steps with Sora? Learn simple, straightforward ways to implement digital content into your current teaching practices. This Sora Connections session is intended for educators with a basic understanding of Sora who want to: Explore the evolving relationship between print and digital reading strategies Increase student equity, access, and engagement with […]
Interested in creating digital book bins for your students? Want to set aside titles for a classroom or curriculum library? Learn how to offer exclusive access to digital titles for specific students by reserving titles and creating "content bundles." This Marketplace Connections session is intended for educators with a basic understanding of Marketplace and Sora […]
Ready to take the next steps with Sora? Learn simple, straightforward ways to implement digital formats such as comics & graphic novels, read-alongs, magazines, and Extras into your current teaching practices and curriculum. This Sora Connections session is intended for educators with a basic understanding of Sora who want to: Explore the evolving relationship between […]
Join OverDrive experts to learn how to prepare a collection of reports that demonstrate the impact of your school's digital collection. In this session, you'll learn to: Run impactful reports to advocate for budget, access, and recognition. Improve workflow with SmartCarts and other automated features. Dive into data on usage, interest, and the health of […]
SYNC is back for 2022! SYNC is a free summer audiobook program for teens 13+ that gives participants two thematically paired audiobooks each week for sixteen weeks. Titles are all available worldwide and change every Thursday at midnight Eastern Time during the season. Join Michele and Francisca from AudioFile and Lisa from OverDrive for this […]
All aboard the World Literary Tour! Mucho gusto! Next stop - Spain! Discover OverDrive's Spanish-language catalog and learn how you can support World Languages for your library or school with digital content. Join our experts for this live webinar to explore: OverDrive's Spanish catalog and featured Latin-American and European authors Shopping and selecting Spanish-language titles […]
This Sora Connections session is intended for educators with a basic understanding of Sora who want to: Explore how Sora and other no-cost resources can support students 24/7 Increase student equity, access, and engagement with Sora - even when school isn't in session! Ensure their school is set up for success with Sora before students […]
Join OverDrive and representatives from five prestigious publishing houses to learn about Chinese titles that will expand your collection and delight your users. We’ll share titles for all ages and interests, including children's literature, artistic works, cultural books, and more! You’ll receive a link to all titles discussed in the session for easy shopping and […]
Ensuring students have access to the right books and learning materials is more important than ever. Did you know that Sora automatically filters which digital books students can read, based on their login? Or that students can instantly expand their access to hundreds more digital titles from the public library in Sora? Join OverDrive experts […]
Ensuring students have access to the right books and learning materials is more important than ever. Join OverDrive experts to explore best practices for selecting and purchasing content to meet your students' needs in OverDrive Marketplace. Discover the benefits of creating a collection development policy for your digital library, and learn more about how content […]
Join your Sora Training team to learn about our favorite tips and tricks for getting the most out of Sora and Marketplace. In this lively, interactive session, we'll share our favorite Sora features, Marketplace hacks, social media tips, and more. Join us live to add your voice in our polls and chat or register to […]
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 for this live […]
Frequency: Twice weekly (Mondays & Wednesdays) Timing: 8/16 through 9/27 Duration: 45 minutes Note: The left sidebar lists the final date for ease of planning; click REGISTER to see all available sessions. Looking for a unique professional development opportunity? Have specific Marketplace questions? Want to see Marketplace demonstrated live? Join our team of OverDrive experts […]
How can digital magazines change your approach to lesson planning? What kinds of magazines can you even get digitally? (Spoiler alert: A lot!) And just how many students can read them at one time? For answers to all these pressing questions and more, don’t miss this presentation from the Sora app’s digital reading experts. You’ll […]
The end of the year is fast approaching and with it, a plethora of celebrations—some global, others unique to a specific area of the world. What better way to celebrate than by showcasing world language content just in time for the holidays? Join OverDrive for an engaging 45-minute session where we’ll: Celebrate holidays around the […]
Are you a K-12 educator who is passionate about promoting reading to your students through social media? If so, this session is for you! Join us virtually to gain valuable insights into the journeys of K-12 social media influencers, their content creation process, and tips for using social media to get students reading. Joining us […]
Duration: 30 minutes Get ready to launch into the new school year with Sora! Join us for an enlightening session on Public Library CONNECT — a feature crafted to enhance student reading and elevate the circulation of juvenile and young adult materials. Explore how this tool simplifies access to age-appropriate ebooks and audiobooks from both […]
Duration: 30 min. Join us for a 30-minute webinar aimed at helping you increase Sora’s visibility and usage in your school. In this session, our K-12 experts will provide practical strategies and tips for promoting Sora effectively. You’ll also get access to ready-to-use resources and hear success stories from educators who have successfully engaged their […]
Duration: 30 min. Get ready to elevate your digital collection this back-to-school season with recommendations from OverDrive's expert staff librarians! In this webinar, we'll guide you through the must-have books landing on your digital shelves for the upcoming season. What You'll Learn: Top Picks for Every Age Group: Discover the best titles for K-2, 3-5, […]
Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Marketplace, the shopping and administrative portal? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of OverDrive Marketplace, the shopping and administrative portal. We'll explore Marketplace through the lens of a first-time user, including how to: […]
Duration: 20 minutes State award lists, account curriculum lists—even your own custom lists can be helpful instructional tools. Discover how to take advantage of the many resources included within each list. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the […]
Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Sora so you can start exploring and help others get started, too? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of the user experience in Sora, the student reading app. Students and educators have access […]
Duration: 20 minutes Celebrate the books students love. Use the resources and tools on TeachingBooks to learn more about authors, cite research, or find the next great read! Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after the […]
Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Sora so you can start exploring and help others get started, too? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of the user experience in Sora, the student reading app. Students and educators have access […]
Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Sora so you can start exploring and help others get started, too? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of the user experience in Sora, the student reading app. Students and educators have access […]
Duration: 20 minutes Join us to discover time saving ideas to use before, during, and after reading a book. TeachingBooks offers a collection of resources to incorporate into any read aloud, literature lesson, or book group. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that […]
Duration: 20 minutes Whether in the classroom, the library, or at home, support the development of early literacy skills using TeachingBooks resources. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after the live session so you can view […]
Duration: 20 minutes Whether you are a new or seasoned user of TeachingBooks, discover some of our newest additions and crowd favorites. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after the live session so you can view […]
Duration: 20 minutes Students and staff now have access to titles in your Sora collections directly from TeachingBooks! Titles can also be requested through the Sora Wishlist feature. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after the […]
Duration: 20 minutes Browse exceptional texts tagged by more than a dozen phonics and phonological awareness classifications. Find graphic organizers and additional activities to support comprehension and vocabulary development. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after […]
Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Sora so you can start exploring and help others get started, too? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of the user experience in Sora, the student reading app. Students and educators have access […]