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Library Learning Online has self-paced training for library staff available any time they need it. Formerly known as SABLE, Library Learning Online is being expanded to include more topics reflecting the wide scope of skills and knowledge required in today’s libraries.

Youth Services Sequence

The content for the Youth Services Sequence is an interactive learning module divided into individual sections. As you complete each section, you will be asked to open the next section. After completing the final quiz in the last section, you will be prompted to complete a short survey which will provide access to a fillable/printable “Certificate of Completion” for your continuing education records.  This is the only documentation available for completing the Youth Services Sequence. 

Countdown to Coding - Computer Science for Preschoolers

Countdown to Coding is an online tutorial designed to help library staff and other caregivers understand basic computer science concepts and learn to integrate these concepts into regular storytime and playtime. The entire course take about 1 hour to complete. At the end of the tutorial, participants should feel comfortable describing five basic computer science concepts to families, selecting books that reinforce each concept, and engaging children with activities that help them learn about computer science.

Coding is a new literacy standard that today’s young children will encounter when they reach school. Libraries and childcare centers have the opportunity to help lay the foundation for understanding fundamental computer science concepts, just as they lay the foundation for reading by introducing early literacy skills.

NOTE: Countdown to Coding is on the ICfL Niche Academy platform. You will need to create a free account on Niche Academy to access to course. 

Find Countdown to Coding bookmarks, storytime plans and additional resources here.

Thank you to the Idaho STEM Action Center for funding the creation of these learning modules.

Idaho STEM Action Center

Early Childhood Services

(3 contact hours)

Library Services for Children, Ages 6-12

(3 contact hours)

Young Adult (YA) Services

(2 contact hours)

Additional Courses

Misc Courses

Presenting the Collection (1.5 contact hours)

Under Construction

These courses are in the process of being updated. The files and/or information presented may not be current.

  1. Interlibrary Loan (1 contact hour)
  2. Advanced Searching Techniques (17 minutes)
  3. Project Planning – The Project Purpose Statement (15 minutes)
  4. TBS Overview – learn about TBS and eligibility (6.5 minutes)

Institute of Museum and Library Services logoFunding for this program is made possible by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, under a provision of the Library Services and Technology Act