(via Jacqueline Leskovec, National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region)
ABCs of DNA: Unraveling the Mystery of Genetics Information for Consumers
January 11 – February 12, 2016
Registration open through Friday, January 15th.
Consumers need access to information and resources about genetic information in a manner that is understandable. Librarians working with the public need to be aware of the issues surrounding genetics and resources to assist patrons in locating and evaluating sometimes complex and confusing information. This class explores basic concepts such as genes and chromosomes and offers an overview of genetic disorders, genetic testing, genetic counseling, and the Human Genome Project. Ethical and legal issues associated with genetic disorders will be covered with regard to privacy, discrimination, and potential legislative impact on medicine and society. A variety of reliable health information resources will be demonstrated, including, but not limited to: Genetics Home Reference, ClinicalTrials.gov, NORD (National Organization for Rare Disorders), and MedlinePlus. This 5-week class is available through the Moodle platform and is intended for consumers, public librarians, and health sciences librarians who work with the public.
8.0 MLA CE, CHIS – Levels I & II (HSL and non-HSL)
Register here.
More information can be found here.
Additional classes and educational opportunities include:
- DOCLINE: Routing Tables, January 20, 2016
- GMR Lake Effects: PubMed Update: What’s New in 2016, January 21, 2016
- DOCLINE: Serial Holdings, January 27, 2016
- GMR Tech Talks: Emerging Technology in the Library, January 29, 2016
- DOCLINE: Borrow and Lend, February 3, 2016
- Chemicals, Drugs and Genetics Oh My!: Searching PubMed and Beyond, February 8 – March 4, 2016
- Making PubMed Work for You, March 7-25, 2016
- Patient Safety Resource Seminar: Librarians on the Front Lines, March 14 -April 15, 2016
- Keeping Up with PubMed, March 28 – April 22, 2016