Prepared by Ogagaoghene Idhalama and Brianna Buljung

1. Webinar Tools for Teaching and Learning by
Library and Information Professionals During and Post-COVID 19
2022 International Librarians Networking Program
International Relations Round Table
American Library Association
Lecturer, Department of Library and Information Science
Faculty of Education
Ambrose Alli University
P. M. Box 14
Ekpoma, Edo State-Nigeria
Email: idha.lama@aauekpoma.edu.ng or idhalamao@gmail.com
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3201-4127
Ogagaoghene Uzezi Idhalama, CLN Brianna Buljung, MLIS
Devices Used for Participation
1.Participation is more convenient
2.Webinars save cost
3.Risk of travelling is reduced
4.Simple and automated registration
5.Easy exchange of information
6.Anonymous participation
7.Attendees can go offline at will
8.Good relationship with webinar presenters
Introduction
Webinar platforms are effective teaching and learning
aids, particularly in the COVID-19 era and even after
COVID-19. Librarians are both teachers and learners,
as they assist various library users in order to meet
their needs while also learning to enhance their skills
in order to provide better service. In order to properly
serve library users, LIS workers should use webinar
technologies to update their knowledge and abilities.
When considering the advantages of online seminars
today, it is clear that the hurdles should not deter
librarians around the world from advocating for their
complete adoption and use in all learning institutions.
Conclusion
Webinars for LIS professionals are focused on
important topics that will help their institutions' library
services improve. Webinars have evolved into
acceptable learning venues for all disciplines;
librarians, as knowledge custodians and guardians for
other professionals, cannot afford to be left behind.
Library and information professionals must be at the
forefront of attending and organizing webinar
trainings, given their information duties.
Benefits of Webinars
Platforms Used for Participation
Teaching and Learning Librarian, Associate Library Faculty
Arthur Lakes Library
Colorado School of Mines
1400 Illinois St.
Golden, Colorado, USA
Email: bbuljung@mines.edu
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3376-0757
1.Select time zones to suit target audience(s)
2.Record for those unable to attend
3.Pause frequently and speak slowly
4.Avoid colloquialisms and humor
5.Use inclusive terminology and images
6.Acknowledge your accent and nationality
7.Make time for participant interaction
Considerations for
International Audiences
Pamphlets, smart phones, tablets, laptops and desk top computers
Challenges Faced by Attendees
1.Poor Internet connection
2.Epileptic power supply
3.High cost of data for browsing
4.Webinars can be boring learning platforms
5.Time to participate and Irregular time zone
6.Lack of ICT skills on the part of participant
7.Inadequate interaction with fellow attendees
8.Social/physical isolation
9.Cyber crimes and related security issues
Ogagaoghene Uzezi Idhalama, Ambrose Alli University, Nigeria Brianna Buljung, Colorado School of Mines, United States of America