Robin E. Beavers Email & Phone Number

Information literacy is no longer an option, it is a form of currency in the 21st century, and it is independence in the 21st century.As an Adult Services Librarian my daily duties involve helping "digital immigrants" find a small modicum of independence in a world inundated by technology. Whether it is looking for a book or applying for a job it is now the standard in public library service.I teach classes that range from using the new online card catalog to setting up an email account.I show people how to access, use and evaluate electronic databasesI help people use their newly acquired devices ( e-readers, smartphones, laptops)I help people alleviate the fear of technology.

Listed skills include Collection Development, Library, Electronic Resources, Information Literacy, and 20 others.

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  Adult Services Multimedia Reference Librarian

  Grande Prairie Public Library

  Dec 1996 - Present - Grande Prairie Public Library

  Qualifications The knowledge to analyze patrons'​ requests to determine needed information, and assist in furnishing or locating that information. • The expertise to quickly compile lists of books, periodicals, articles, and audiovisual materials on particular subjects. • The know-how to proficiently plan and teach classes on topics such as information literacy, library instruction, and technology use. • An understanding of how to search standard reference materials, including online sources and the Internet, to answer patrons'​ reference questions.Skills and Duties• Locate and obtain materials for patrons within the library, via phone, remote chat and email.• Assist and instruct patrons on the use of the library's electronic resources.• Place ILL loans. • Assess, select, purchase and deselect all of the adult film, fiction, audio books, music and some non-fiction.• Assist in the selection, purchase and loading of the library's e-reader selections.• Assist staff and patrons with common computer and software issues.• Staff liaison to the library’s technical consultant.• Hire, train and supervise pages and volunteers.• Served as Readers Advisory.• Collaborate in the brainstorming and implementation of adult and family programming.• Write, design and collaborate in the creation of the library's newsletter.• Create and produce instructional materials (tutorials, bibliographies and pathfinders).• Create and produce promotional materials (flyers, displays and press releases). • Collaborate in the creation and implementation of library policy.• Proctor exams• Communicate with suppliers and vendors.