This message is being sent to multiple lists. Please excuse the duplication. SERIALS CATALOGING COOPERATIVE TRAINING PROGRAM CALL FOR TRAINERS The Serials Cataloging Cooperative Training Program (SCCTP) is a ground- breaking endeavor to provide standardized training materials for serials cataloging and trained-trainers. The program will leave the provision of specific training workshops to organizations, library associations, and others interested in sponsoring training. Training materials for the first course, Basic Serials Cataloging, are currently under development and will be available from the Library of Congress Cataloging Distribution Service in June 1999. A critical piece of the program will be the trainers. This is your opportunity to share your serials cataloging experience with others and to ensure a continuing pool of knowledgeable serials catalogers. Below are specific details on the training program, train-the-trainer sessions, and the qualifications that we are seeking in would-be trainers. The deadline for applications is February 15, 1999. *************************************************************************** 1. Initial (pilot) course: Basic serials cataloging 1.1. The initial course will cover basic principles of serials cataloging for both print and electronic serials. 1.2. Training materials. The course materials will include an instructor's manual, a trainee's manual, a PowerPoint presentation, and exercises that will be mounted on the CONSER web site for completion prior to and following the class. 1.3. The course is planned as a 2-day class with lecture and exercises. The instructor's manual will indicate areas that are optional or able to be expanded to allow for shorter or longer time frames. 1.4. Since two days is a short time, emphasis will be placed on the fields included in the CONSER core record and how serials differ from monographs. The focus will be on problem solving, decision-making and where to go for additional information. 2. Train the trainer sessions. 2.1. When and where: June 10-11, 1999. Pittsburgh (in conjunction with NASIG). June 25-26, 1999. New Orleans (in conjunction with ALA). Exact dates are tentative but sessions will be held prior to the conference. 2.2. Format: The sessions will consist of two parts. The first day will consist of a one day training class given by a pair of trainers. This will familiarize trainees with the materials and model how they are to be presented. The second day will be led by a training professional who will cover presentation skills, working in pairs, adapting the materials, and other training skills. 2.3. Costs: There is no charge for the training. Housing and food will be up to you and your institution. 2.4. What you will receive: At the end of the class trainee's will have one copy each of the instructor's manual, the trainee's manual, and a PowerPoint presentation on floppy disk. 2.5. There will be a maximum of 20-25 people per session. 3. Responsibilities following training 3.1. Working in pairs. Our plan for the training program is that sessions, particularly those that are two days, will be given by a pair of trainers. You may wish to select another person who you will always train with but this is not necessary. 3.2. You will be contacted by training providers once they have received the official list of names from the Library of Congress. You will work out dates and other arrangements directly with the provider. 3.3. It is desirable that you be able to give 2 sessions a year. There is no obligation for follow-up with participants following the training but you may wish to make yourself available. Trainees will be asked to complete post class exercises, answers to which will be available at the Web site. 3.4. Serve on the PCC Standing Committee on Training on a rotating basis. SCCTP trainers will participate in the larger work of the committee, and also routinely review materials and provide suggested updates to the CONSER office at LC, where the materials will be maintained. Being from a PCC member institution that participates in NACO, SACO, BIBCO, or CONSER is not a requirement for being an SCCTP trainer if you have the necessary experience, but is desirable. 3.5. Communicate with fellow trainers, and with the CONSER office at LC providing general feedback on the program. We may want to develop a separate list serve or include SCCTP trainers on the PCC trainers listserv. 4. Funding 4.1. Your expenses for giving a training session will be provided by the training providers. Costs to your institution will be in time off the job. ***************************************************************************** Application and qualifications. Please supply the following information: Serials cataloging experience: A minimum of 2 years using CONSER documentation is desired for all trainers; experience cataloging print and electronic serials is also desirable. Training experience: Experience in providing class room training, workshops, etc. within your institution, at conferences, or special training events. Availability: Demonstrate institutional support and be able to attend one of the train-the-trainer sessions held in June 1999. Following that, you should be available to give 2 or more training sessions per year. A separate email or fax (202-707-6333) from your supervisor is requested along with this application. References: Please provide 2 or more names (including telephone and email addresses) of persons who can attest to your cataloging and training experience. ************************************************************************** Final date for submission of application: February 15, 1999. You will be notified once the list of trainers is finalized. Please send applications via email to: Jean Hirons, jhir@loc.gov For further information, please feel free to call at: 202-707-5947. Uncertain whether this is right for you? Plan to attend the information session at ALA Midwinter, Friday night January 29, 1999 7:00-9:00. An announcement will be sent to library lists in January providing details of the location. Thank you in advance for your interest in SCCTP. Jean Hirons and the Steering Group of SCCTP
