Q: When does the discussion group meet?
A: We meet via Zoom at from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) on the first Wednesday of the month in March, April, May, and June (Spring Session) and September, October, November, and December (Fall Session).
Q: How do I participate?
A: Complete the form linked on the About & Contact page; we'll be in contact with meeting details each month. You do not have to participate every month, and you can request to be removed from the mailing list at any time.
Q: What is the structure of the discussion?
A: The moderator will start by reviewing ground rules and facilitating introductions. The bulk of the time is spent in facilitated discussion, either in one large group or in breakout groups, depending on the group size and topic. The last portion of the time can be used for open discussion or continuation of our primary topic. An opportunity for feedback is provided and always available here.
Q: Are the discussions recorded?
A: We do not record our sessions, though we do post on the blog about our discussions. Names and other identifying information will not be posted, unless we are given explicit permission by the person who shared it.
Q: Can I suggest a topic or ask a question?
A: Absolutely. Use the Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question forms, as most appropriate. We prioritize requests from active members.
Q: I am not in the library or museum community. Can I participate?
A: Possibly, though we'd caution that our discussions are specific to libraries and museums. There are many, far more qualified folks who can provide trainings and discussions. We encourage everyone to visit our resources page to begin or continue their self-education work.
A: We meet via Zoom at from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) on the first Wednesday of the month in March, April, May, and June (Spring Session) and September, October, November, and December (Fall Session).
Q: How do I participate?
A: Complete the form linked on the About & Contact page; we'll be in contact with meeting details each month. You do not have to participate every month, and you can request to be removed from the mailing list at any time.
Q: What is the structure of the discussion?
A: The moderator will start by reviewing ground rules and facilitating introductions. The bulk of the time is spent in facilitated discussion, either in one large group or in breakout groups, depending on the group size and topic. The last portion of the time can be used for open discussion or continuation of our primary topic. An opportunity for feedback is provided and always available here.
Q: Are the discussions recorded?
A: We do not record our sessions, though we do post on the blog about our discussions. Names and other identifying information will not be posted, unless we are given explicit permission by the person who shared it.
Q: Can I suggest a topic or ask a question?
A: Absolutely. Use the Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question forms, as most appropriate. We prioritize requests from active members.
Q: I am not in the library or museum community. Can I participate?
A: Possibly, though we'd caution that our discussions are specific to libraries and museums. There are many, far more qualified folks who can provide trainings and discussions. We encourage everyone to visit our resources page to begin or continue their self-education work.
FAQs last updated July 2023