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How to Write Effective Survey Questions to Get Useful Data
Posted by Angela Schneider
Winnefox Library System
Monday, January 8, 2024 - 6:17pm

NEW: How to Write Effective Survey Questions to Get Useful Data

Marketer and wordsmith Kathy Dempsey can prepare you to avoid survey pitfalls. Sign up for this webinar so you’ll understand the tactics: -Every word you choose matters. -Beware of open-ended questions. -Always avoid library lingo. -Never ask about “interest.” -Ask the same question more than once. -Write, test, tweak, repeat. -What makes people take surveys? 

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Monday 'Minder 2025.08
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Posted by Karla Smith
Winnefox Library System
Monday, March 31, 2025 - 8:26am

Salutations!  

Welcome to another edition of Monday ‘Minders.   This week’s ‘Minder focuses on “help us help you!” As always: Please share with your staff!   
Excel Tip: Getting rid of blank rows.

Here are some tips to help you get better answers/assistance when contacting Melissa or I for help about something in WorkFlows or the Catalog:

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What's New in General

Teen Tech Week is March 5-11: Be the Source of Change
Posted by Joy Schwarz
Winnefox Library System
Monday, February 27, 2017 - 11:29am

Teen Tech Week™ is March 5–11, 2017 and the theme is "Be the Source of Change". Use these free tools to make Teen Tech Week a success at your library:

  • Activitiy Ideas Toolkit — 50 ideas to try at your library
  • Webinar Recordings — videos on topics including Developing Hands-On Learning Experiences for Teens, and TTW Activities for Older Teens
  • Event Planning Toolkit — includes materials list, planning calendar, and more
  • Publicity Toolkit — sample press release, sample letters to the editor, PSAs, and other tools to publicize TTW in your community
  • Making in the Library Toolkit Image — provides materials and resources for programs (stealth programming, sewing, bicycle repair, etc.), outreach, and collections
  • 25 Easy Tips for Teens — ideas for getting teens involved in Teen Tech Week at your library
  • websites on youth empowerment & community service, STEM resources, and internet safety
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