Name: WIP Poster: Exploring Library Staff Training Perspectives: Assessing Training Needs and Barriers among Missouri Public Library Staff
Start: 2026-11-17T17:45:00-0500
End: 2026-11-17T19:00:00-0500

WIP Poster: Exploring Library Staff Training Perspectives: Assessing Training Needs and Barriers among Missouri Public Library Staff

Tuesday November 17, 2026 5:45pm - 7:00pm EST

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This project investigates the training landscape for Missouri public library staff through an anonymous statewide survey. By asking focused questions about available opportunities, unmet needs, and barriers to participation, the study seeks to identify practical and equitable strategies to help library staff thrive in their evolving roles and to better support their communities.

Poster Presenters

Katy Smith

Assistant Extension Professor, University of Missouri

Dr. Katy Smith is an Assistant Extension Professor with a joint appointment in the School of Information Science and Learning Technologies and the University of Missouri Extension. With over 25 years of professional experience in libraries, Dr. Smith has served in a variety of library... Read More →

Tuesday November 17, 2026 5:45pm - 7:00pm EST
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