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- 1. Overview of Library Services Ellen Book, Branch Manager Pinecrest Branch Library booke@mdpls.org
- 6. www.mdpls.org Tutoring.mdpls.org • Live one-to-one tutoring 3pm-11pm • Over 40 subjects • Resume drop off • App available for iOS and Android devices
- 7. It’s 10:00 pm on Sunday night; who can help with this homework problem?
- 8. MATH
- 9. SCIENCE
- 10. ENGLISH
- 11. SPANISH
- 12. JOB SEARCHING
- 13. MDPLS LIBRARY CARD = FREE ACCESS
- 14. WHAT TO READ NEXT?
- 21. On Demand Training and Skill Development
- 27. OYSTER E-books - $9.95 per Month (2013-2016) Kindle Unlimited (mostly self-published ebook authors + streaming and downloading DVDs - $99 a year or $49 for students. NETFLIX - $9.99 per month ($4.99 for two DVD discs per month) HULU - $7.99 per month or $11.99 with no commercials TUNES - $1.29/song AUDIBLE.COM - $14.95 per month ROSETTA STONE - $300-$500.00 / language MDPLS COMPETES!
- 28. DOWNLOADABLES
- 30. www.mdpls.org Electronic Resources Mango Languages: Access over 40 foreign language course and 15 English courses Hoopla: 24/7 access to digital movies, music, and audio book titles Freegal Music: Download or stream music from a collection of more than 7 million songs and music videos Axis 360: Download eBooks for children and teens Zinio: Download and read magazines
- 31. ZINIO 250+ MAGAZINES ON DEMAND BACK ISSUES to Oct 2013 YOU OWN THE MAGAZINE NO RETURNS NO FINES NO FEES
- 35. Axis 360 eBooks & eAudio
- 36. HOOPLA Instantly borrow free Eaudiobooks movies music comic books Ebooks TV shows 24/7 with your library card. RETURNS AUTOMATICALLY NO FINES NO FEES View on a web browser, smart phone or tablet
- 37. HOOPLA Instantly borrow free Eaudiobooks movies music comic books Ebooks TV shows 24/7 with your library card. RETURNS AUTOMATICALLY NO FINES NO FEES View on a web browser, smart phone or tablet
- 38. FREEGAL – FREE & LEGAL MUSIC DOWNLOADING Stream 3 hours/day Own 5 songs/week Resets Mondays @ midnight
- 39. www.mdpls.org Accessing the Library • 50 libraries throughout Miami-Dade County • A Bookmobile and A Techmobile! • Makerspaces @ Miami Beach & soon W. Kendall Regional • Library website with 24/7 access: www.mdpls.org
- 40. www.mdpls.org YouMake – Miami Beach Apple Apps and 3D Printing Wednesday, April 26, 2017 - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Learn how to use Apple applications for 3D printing. Best for ages 12 yrs.+ Perler Beads Saturday, April 29, 2017 - 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM Choose a 3D design, save it to a device and watch it print! Ages 8 yrs.+ LEGO Mindstorm Robotics Monday, May 01, 2017 - 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Make your own robot using Lego Mindstorm. Best for ages 8 yrs.+ Sewing 101 Tuesday, May 02, 2017 - 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Basic machine & hand-sewing methods, how to read commercial patterns, pick your fabric and finish, alter existing patterns, up-cycle clothing, make quilts, etc. For ages 13 and up. Learning Apple Software Applications: iOS and OSX Wednesday, May 03, 2017 - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Learn the basics of using iOS and OSX for photos and Photoshop. Best for ages 14 yrs.+
- 41. www.mdpls.org Museum Pass Program • Free Passes: Admission up to 4 people • Current Program Partners: Zoo Miami (summers only) (summers only)
- 42. www.mdpls.org QUESTIONS? To review this powerpoint, go to: http://tinyurl.com/SDHStownhall
Editor's Notes
- This is the Library’s website. HIGHLIGHT FIND A LIBRARY, QUICK SEARCH, KIDS SECTION, AND DATABASES. If you open the library’s home page and the school’s AR list in another window, you can easily look up titles and place requests to have them reserved for you at the library of your choice. There is a variety of information available on the home page. You can find a library’s location and hours, search the calendar of events, search for books, access your account, and log in to the databases. Transitional Phrase: I would like to quickly show you how to access resources that are particularly useful for students and caregivers/educators
- Resources for Children can be found be hovering over “Using the Library” and then selecting “Children” Transitional Phrase: I would like to quickly show you a couple of the resources and databases that are useful for students and their caregivers/educators
- Your library card gives you access to tutor.com. Simply access the database with your library card and PIN, and create a tutor.com username. Live tutoring is available 3-11pm, 7 days a week. Assistance is available in over 40 subjects, including Math, Science, Reading, Social Studies, etc Tutor.com is a resource that can be used by students and learners of all ages. The resource also offers a resume drop-off service where you may receive input on your resume within 24 hours. Transitional Phrase: In addition to the services we’ve already mentioned, the library system partners with other organizations to provide a cultural experience for the whole family.
- Video explaining the library’s new service, Tutor.com. https://www.dropbox.com/s/23o2pwpw44i786o/MDPLS%20Tutor.com%20Video%20%282%29.wmv?dl=0
- This is the Library’s website. HIGHLIGHT FIND A LIBRARY, QUICK SEARCH, KIDS SECTION, AND DATABASES. If you open the library’s home page and the school’s AR list in another window, you can easily look up titles and place requests to have them reserved for you at the library of your choice. There is a variety of information available on the home page. You can find a library’s location and hours, search the calendar of events, search for books, access your account, and log in to the databases. Transitional Phrase: I would like to quickly show you how to access resources that are particularly useful for students and caregivers/educators
- Talk about how to get a library card- photo ID for adults, something with current address (in Library Taxing District) Transition phrase- There are a number of ways to use the library. There are 49 libraries, with some of the locations open 7 days a week. There are bookmobiles that provide services around the county, and our fabulous website is available 24/7. (next slide)- Library Resources
- The Museum Pass program allows you to check out passes to some of our county’s popular attractions. Transitional Phrase: All of the services we’ve covered today are available to you, free of cost, with your very own library card. (next slide)-Your Library Card
- Don’t miss out on all these resources, services and programs. I hope you see the value of having a library card. See you soon! If you don’t already have a library card, please visit your local library with your photo ID and register today!