*PLEASE NOTE: The TRIPLL application is available through Friday November
30. Please take the opportunity to apply this week. *
The *Teaching Research in Private Law Libraries (TRIPLL) Conference*,
sponsored by the LexisNexis Librarian Relations Group, will be held April
11- 13, 2008 in Dallas, TX. The title of the 2008 Conference is:
*It's a Brave New World: Re-engineering Training for Today's Law Firm*
The Objectives of this conference are to:
o Enhance communication skills
o Explore emerging technology
o Tailor training to your firm
o Maximize training opportunities
Description:
We recognize that the number of law firms that conduct formal legal research
training classes is shrinking, but *training *continues to happen throughout
the firm. This year's TRIPLL Conference is focused specifically on
preparing law firm librarians to train attorneys and paralegals in a variety
of settings, from one-on-one sessions to formal classes. Special emphasis
will be placed on utilizing technology effectively.
*Still trying to decide if TRIPLL 2008 is for you? Here's an outline of the
sessions that will be included:*
*Trends in the Legal Industry*
To provide the context for our training environment, we'll review the
current status of the legal industry, past trends, and what is being
predicted for the future.
*Partnering with Purpose - Getting Management Buy-In*
How should you initiate or update legal research training in a law firm
environment? We'll outline ways for you to talk to your firm management
about the type of training you wish to offer, and help you outline the
benefits. Getting management's "Buy-In" and support is critical!
*We're All In This Together - Tie-In With Other Firm Departments*
In a teamwork environment, it is understood that training, planning,
decisions and actions are better when done collaboratively. To accomplish
our management buy-in goals, we need to tie-In our training efforts with the
other departments within the law firm. Learn how to engage attorney
practice groups as well as the departments of Accounting, Conflicts, Docket,
Human Resources, Facilities, Information Services, Marketing, Paralegal, and
Records. We really *are *all in this together!
*Needs Assessment: Gathering the Information Necessary to Provide Successful
Training for Your Firm*
Learn ways to conduct needs assessments with all segments of your firm to
determine what training will best meet each department's needs. Come away
with ideas on how to use the needs assessment to achieve backing by the
powers that be in your firm for your training sessions.
*Diff'rent Strokes: Understanding Adult Learning Styles*
Adult learning styles might vary by age, experience, and personality – but
one thing is certain: these differences can significantly impact the
effectiveness of your training. This session will outline the various types
of adult learners, and teach you to identify the learning style of your
patrons on-the-fly, so that you can instantly adjust your teaching method to
be more effective. In today's multi-generational workplace, understanding
adult learning styles isn't just handy, it's crucial.
*Enhance Communication Skills*
Communicating is a critical aspect of our role within the firm, and in this
session we'll review techniques for planning strong presentations, how to
tailor communication to the audience of one or many, how to capture and hold
attention, and how to communicate effectively with other departments in the
firm.
*Expand Your Training Horizons: Technology Solutions for Point of Need
Training*
Formal training sessions in a training center or classroom are so old
millennium. Break out from your physical training space to a virtual one.
Expand your training horizons by using web conferencing to reach your users
wherever they might be; in their office, at home or on the road. Learn how
to incorporate Web 2.0 tools such as blogs, wikis and screencasts for
effective, on the spot training. Discuss how to choose the right tool for
your particular training need.
*Your Library Helps The Whole Business Succeed--Market That!*
Marketing first requires recognition of where the true value of your library
lies. This interactive session will teach participants how to evaluate and
articulate the value of their library. We will then discuss marketing ideas
for any private law library short on time and/or money.
*Maximizing the Teachable Moment*
This session is an opportunity to put into practice all that we've learned
throughout the weekend, with practical tips that help you succeed.
*Additional information, and the application to attend, can be found at
http://www.lexisnexis.com/tripllapp*
The deadline for application submissions is Friday, November 30, 2007.
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