OCLC Research Directory
OCLC Research is organized around different areas of library research and ways libraries can engage with each other and library learning. The areas of the division are: Technical Research, Library Trends and User Research, the Research Library Partnership, and WebJunction. Explore the bios, projects, publications, and presentations of individual members of OCLC Research.
WebJunction
WebJunction builds the knowledge, skills, and confidence of library staff to power strong libraries that are the heart of vibrant communities. A program of OCLC Research, WebJunction is free and welcome to all libraries to use, regardless of size, type, or location. The staff here design the programs and create the many learning opportunties, including webinars, courses, articles, and special projects.
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Karen de la O Medina
Senior Project Coordinator
Provides public health expertise to Libraries Respond to the Opioid Crisis that supports libraries in reducing stigma and implementing prevention strategies.
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Brooke Doyle
Senior Project Coordinator
Coordinates and contributes to research and writing projects in the Library Trends and User Research group.
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Zoe Fisher
Instructional Designer/Learning Community Manager
Designs courses and manages WebJunction’s catalog of training content. Zoe also consults with grant-funded partners on instructional design.
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Steph Harmon
Program Design and Development Manager
Leads institutional fundraising, program design and strategic partnerships for grant-funded initiatives that benefit library practitioners.
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Brianna Hoffman
Project Coordinator
Manages and coordinates grant-funded project timelines, deadlines, and priorities and facilitates online learning opportunities for library staff.
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Liz Mills
Program Manager
Leads projects that enable public libraries and their staff to identify and respond to community needs using evidence-based practices and strategies.
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Kendra Morgan
Senior Program Manager
Responsible for the delivery and management of WebJunction's core continuing education services for library staff, as well as leading grant-funded projects.
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Dale Musselman
Senior Program Manager
Designs, implements and supports WebJunction projects with a focus on library staff learning. Dale also oversees WebJunction’s learning management system.
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Jennifer Peterson
Community Manager
Coordinates WebJunction’s webinar programming, works with the WebJunction.org website and social media presence, and supports various grant projects.
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Mercy Procaccini
Senior Program Officer
Facilitates learning and engagement opportunities, including the Metadata Managers Focus Group and the Works in Progress webinar series.
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Sharon Streams
Executive Director, WebJunction
Builds and activates learning networks for library staff through WebJunction and grant-funded projects. Sharon also oversees division communications.