NNLM Book Discussion: May 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024: At Home on an Unruly Planet by Madeline Ostrander
Class Experience Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

You are invited to join us for the NNLM Book Discussion. From May 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024, we will discuss At Home on an Unruly Planet: Finding Refuge on a Changed Earth by Madeline Ostrander. This selected title aligns with the NNLM national initiative to address environmental determinants of health.

After acquiring the book in your preferred format, you can join us any time between May 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024 to participate. 

NNLM Book Discussion offers individuals interested in better understanding health information access issues faced by people in the communities that they serve an opportunity to explore topics with other professionals and earn Continuing Education Credit.

Participants can complete the book and earn CE credit on their schedule. A new book is selected each quarter. Participants can acquire the book in their performed format and have three months to complete the requirements.

Requirements to earn CE.

  1. Complete the book in your preferred format
  2. Log into the Moodle
  3. Explore the related resources
  4. Do ONE of the following
    1. Answer the required discussion question in Moodle
    2. Attend one of the two live discussion sessions and participate.

It is not necessary to engage in Moodle discussions for all three months, although you are welcome to do so.

Live Discussions:

  • Wednesday, June 12 at 3:00pm ET/2:00pm CT/1:00pm MT/12:00pm PT
  • Thursday, July 25 at 3:00pm ET/2:00pm CT/1:00pm MT/12:00pm PT
Objectives:
  • To increase library staff awareness and understanding of health information access issues faced by individuals and communities
  • Explore health resources from NLM, NIH, and other organizations related to the topic

Code of Conduct NNLM is dedicated to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all people, regardless of background or identity. As such, we expect respectful interactions with instructors and learners. Read the full Code of Conduct here.

Class Details

Date(s): May 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Platform: Zoom, Moodle
CE Credits: 4.00
CE Categories: CHIS Level 1
Class Experience Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
This class is sponsored by Region 5.
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Class Contacts

Host/Instructor: Liz Morris
Technical Assistance: Molly Knapp