Focus on Information Literacy and Library Support
for 21st Century Skills

Log in this month to enjoy the new look of iStream and take advantage of new webinars and elearning opportunities. For information about how your college can access the wealth of resources in iStream, visit www.league.org/istream or contact Wendy Neil (neil@league.org or 480-705-8200, ext 234).

Project Highlights. Since 2002, Moraine Valley Community College Library, John A. Logan College Library, and Illinois Central College Library have come together to create the Information Literacy Summit. The summit invites librarians and educational administrators to learn strategies for implementing and advancing information literacy instruction in Illinois institutions and classrooms.

Partner Spotlight. Learn about Microsoft’s plan to bring information technology to the five billion people who still have no access. The Microsoft Unlimited Potential project focuses on education, innovation, and job opportunities and aspires to have one billion people up and running by 2015.

Innovative Educators. Come see iStream’s latest professional development resources and training services. Subscribers are eligible for free seating in online webinars thanks to a partnership with Innovative Educators.

TLT Webinars, Dangerous Discussions, and Flashlight. “Best Practices in Information Literacy,” introduces resources and ACRL best practices, covers current trends and challenges connected with information literacy, and identifies key elements of model programs. This workshop will run on December 2, 9, and 11 at 1:00 p.m. EST, and free seating is available.

eLearning. iStream’s new elearning content provides open educational resources and discounted license agreements for specialty workforce development programs targeting high-demand industries and careers. This month, Monroe Community College offers a DVD and study guide on the use of American Sign Language in emergency medical response situations.

Log in to iStream for new content, new updates, and new ideas. (http://istream.league.org)