Upcoming NNLM Book Discussion: A History of Medical Libraries and Medical Librarianship in the United States

Posted by liaison on January 24th, 2024 Posted in: #CC/Academic List, #Health Interest List, #Health Sciences List, #Public/K-12 List, Opportunity to participate

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You are invited to join us for the NNLM Book Discussion. From February 1, 2024 – April 30, 2024, we will discuss A History of Medical Libraries and Medical Librarianship in the United States: From John Shaw Billings to the Digital Era by Michael Kronenfeld and Jennie Jacobs Kronenfeld.

After acquiring the book in your preferred format, you can join us any time between February 1, 2024 – April 30, 2024 to participate. You can complete the book and earn CE credit at your own pace. With three months to meet the requirements, you have the flexibility to make it work for your schedule. Grab your book, mark your calendar, and get ready for an enriching experience! Live discussions will be happening on the following dates:

• Thursday, February 29 at 3:00pm ET/2:00pm CT/1:00pm MT/12:00pm PT (Chapters 1-3)
• Thursday, March 28 at 3:00pm ET/2:00pm CT/1:00pm MT/12:00pm PT (Chapters 4-5)
• Thursday, April 25 at 3:00pm ET/2:00pm CT/1:00pm MT/12:00pm PT (Chapters 6-7)

For more details to register to participate, visit the course page.

Objectives:

• To increase library staff awareness and understanding of health information access issues individuals and communities face.
• Explore health resources from NLM, NIH, and other organizations related to the topic.