Here is a short list of resources for finding relevant courses, workshops, or online lectures and webinars:
Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) – These free courses, offered by prominent instructors from large universities are frequently in the areas of computer science, math, and statistics:
- edX
- Coursera
- Udacity
- Indiana University’s School of Library and Information Studies is offering a MOOC on Information Visualization
Other universities offer continuing education opportunities online through their Schools of Information Studies:
- Simmons College Graduate School of Library and Information Studies
- University of Texas at Austin Information Institute
Some organizations offer both online and face-to-face courses in multiple cities:
- University of Toronto iSchool Institute
Professional organizations and associations also offer professional development:
- Library Juice Academy
- Medical Library Association (MLA) Continuing Education Clearinghouse
- American Library Association (ALA) offers online learning through its various divisions: