Apologies for cross posting.
The NoWAL (North West Academic Libraries) General Programme for October-December 2007 is now available at http://www.nowal.ac.uk/general_programme.php
The NoWAL programme of staff training and development offers extensive opportunities for professional and personal development. The main aim of the programme is to support and develop the abilities required of library and related staff to deliver existing and future services to users.
The programme includes the following courses.
30/10/2007
Reflective writing
University of Liverpool
Margaret Chapman
23/11/2007
Blogs, RSS and Wikis
University of Salford
Karen Blakeman
12/12/2007
Think yourself happy: happiness, inspiration and motivation
University of Chester
Deborah Dalley
In addition to the above events the programme includes many of the courses traditionally associated with NoWAL including the 3 part Moving into Management course, Presentation Skills and Assertive Communication.
Comments from previous participants on NoWAL courses.
"I really enjoyed this course- it’s made me think about a lot of things and put many things into perspective. It has given me a positive outlook- very useful course!"
Think yourself happy: happiness, inspiration and motivation
"Very useful! An excellent example of how to give presentations and sustain audience interest."
Presentation Skills
"Constructive and informal approach that encouraged the interaction/ exchange of ideas and experience. Well structured and provided material for future development."
Assertive Communication
To see the full programme go to http://www.nowal.ac.uk/general_programme.php
Booking information is available at http://www.nowal.ac.uk/training_and_development.php?page_id=3
See individual course details for prices.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
Gil Young
NoWAL Support Officer
NoWAL: Widening access to library resources and improving learning and information support services through innovation, influence and partnership.
Minshull House
47-49 Chorlton Street
Manchester
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0161 247 6021
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