Who Among Your Colleagues Is a “Distance Learning Visionary”?
The Academic Library Association of Ohio (ALAO) wishes to recognize and commend visionary librarians in distance learning who promote equitable access to library resources and services. Who among your colleagues is implementing creative solutions, conducting studies, or coordinating programs in distance library services and learning?
ALAO’s Distance Learning Interest Group (DLIG) invites nominations for the 2021 “Distance Learning Visionary”.
To Nominate:
Nomination applications should include (1) a 250-500 word essay that demonstrates the nominee’s contributions to distance learning at an Ohio institution and (2) a brief presentation proposal to suggest what the nominee might share with colleagues at the 2021 DLIG workshop. Links to relevant supporting materials are encouraged. Self-nomination or group nominations are permitted.
Visionary Benefits:
Awarded honor of being named the 2021 Distance Learning Visionary.
Recognition at the 2021 ALAO Annual Conference, as well as on the ALAO Website, ALAO Newsletter, and the DLIG Blog.
Monetary grant of $150.00 to present at the 2021 DLIG workshop. (Please note that the funds are contingent upon the grantee presenting in person, remotely, or via pre-recorded session.)
For complete details and submission guidelines, please see the Distance Learning Visionary Research/Project and Presentation Grant website at https://www.alaoweb.org/page-1111901 or email the DLIG Co-Chairs, Kayla Hennis and Jessica Long, at dlig-chairs@alaoweb.org
Applications are due by January 30, 2021.
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