
Upcoming Training Sessions
September
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 2:00-2:30 PM ET
Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep: Career Assessment Tool
Join us to explore the powerful career assessment tool available in Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep! Learn how to help students, job seekers, and career changers make informed decisions about their future by understanding their strengths, interests, and potential career paths. Whether your patrons are just starting their career journey or seeking a change, this tool can help gain valuable insights and make informed decisions for a successful future. Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep is available through JerseyClicks.
Register to attend or receive the recording: https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gfzxuzRCS0WWmZh33OfOPg
Monday, September 23, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
HeritageQuest Online Presents: Researching African American Ancestors and the Freedman’s Bank Records
Learn tips for searching for your African American Ancestors and the history of the Freedman’s Bank Records
Registration: https://clarivatesupport.webex.com/weblink/register/r7d21731c9380dc2c4dd7c1039c285b51
November
Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 2:00-2:30 PM ET
Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep: School and Scholarship Search
Join us to explore the effective school and scholarship search features within Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep! Learn to assist students, parents, and educators in effectively utilizing the platform to find suitable educational institutions and scholarship opportunities. Discover the school search tool and how to filter and compare educational institutions based on your preferences. Additionally, how to utilize the scholarship search feature to find relevant financial aid opportunities that align with academic goals. Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep is available through JerseyClicks.
Register to attend or receive the recording: https://cengage-gale.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a0kHZ32pQoSSyp01HQPc-Q
Monday, November 18, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
HeritageQuest Online Presents: Family History Books and City Directories
Is your family part of a family history book? Want to see if you can find your family in a city directory?
Learn exciting tips for using these two great options.
Registration: https://clarivatesupport.webex.com/weblink/register/rbb99ca21d5b4262d9dcfd8187aa35850
Database Training & Archived Sessions
Although we offer over 20 databases, there are 4 main providers, each organized in a unique way. Below are training resources for each of the four types to help acclimate to the different search environments. More in-depth training sessions are held throughout the year and additional sessions can be requested by librarians using the contact form in the Library Resources section below.
Data Axle Database Training
For small businesses, there are few options better than Data Axle’s Reference Solutions. Reference Solutions offers in-depth analytics and reference materials on businesses and individuals to help inform business decisions.
Intro Tutorial
Tutorials & Courses
- Reference Solution Training (PDF)
- February 8, 2024 – Data Axle Presents: Reference Solutions – An Overview
- April 4, 2024 – Data Axle Presents: Reference Solutions – For Business Expansion
- June 6, 2024 – Data Axle Presents: Reference Solutions – How Data is Compiled and Segmented
EBSCO Database Training
The EBSCO collection of databases make up a large percentage of what we offer through the JerseyClicks program and cover most topics and resources needed for any pursuit.
Intro Tutorial
Tutorials & Courses
- Database Interface Tutorials
- EBSCO Training Video Library
- Searching EBSCOhost Course
- August 10, 2023 – Back-to-School with EBSCO
- February 22, 2024 – EBSCO Presents: Get to know the new EBSCOhost!
- April 25, 2024 – EBSCO Presents: EBSCO’s Resources for Academic Research
June 25, 2024 – EBSCO Presents: EBSCOadmin Overview
Gale Database Training
Tutorials & Courses
- Gale Peterson’s Training Videos
- Peterson’s Test and Career Prep Webinar
- January 11, 2024 – Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep – Resources for Junior and High Schoolers
- March 5, 2024 – Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep: Resources for Career and Job-Hunting
- May 7, 2024 – Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep: Basic Skills and ESL Resources
- July 16, 2024 – Creating Engaging Resumes with Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep
ProQuest Database Training
HeritageQuest is a all encompassing genealogical research authority, bringing together historical records to help trace lineage and create a family tree.
Tutorials & Courses
- September 7, 2023 – HeritageQuest Online® Overview
- January 25, 2024 – ProQuest Presents: Top Tips for Finding Family History with HeritageQuest Online
- March 19, 2024 – ProQuest Presents: HeritageQuest Online Introduction
- May 21, 2024 – ProQuest Presents: Searching for International Content in HeritageQuest Online
- July 22, 2024 – HeritageQuest Online Presents: Exploring NJ using the Library of Congress Photo Collection

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