Category: CE Around the State

Registration begins July 14, 2014, for Library OnCon.  Library OnCon is a brand new networking event for public librarians, taking place virtually through Google Hangouts. This initial meeting takes place on Tuesday, August 26, 2014, at 2 p.m.  Keynote speaker R. David Lankes will broadcast his presentation live via Google Hangouts on Air.  Afterward, participants can join in a live Google Hangout video breakout session with nine other participants, based on categories of interest ranging from Business Librarianship to Community Engagement. The breakout session moderators include: Michael Campagna, Barrington Area Library; Jennifer Drinka, Crystal Lake Public Library; Emily Vinci, Schaumburg Township District Library; Leah White, Ela Area Public Library; and Shannon Distel, Arlington Heights Memorial Library. Conference organizers are Barbara Alvarez and Gwyneth Stupar, Barrington Area Library.

No travel/hotel costs. No transportation. No conflicting schedules. Just ideas, inspiration, and conversation.

Please visit the website, liboncon.com for more information and to register.

March blew in like a lion. A cold, bitter, grumpy lion whose icy grip distracted me from getting to this month’s continuing ed offerings until almost mid-month–apologies loyal followers! However, there’s still a few highlights left in ol’ March worth checking out if you aren’t too tired out from PLA!

If you’re not really much of a tech services person but always wanted to be, you may be interested in the KAPCO Book Repair Workshop at Quincy Public Library on Thursday, March 20, 2014  from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. This three-hour comprehensive workshop is designed to demonstrate quick and easy techniques for extending shelf life on general circulating materials. Prevention is the key, but specific, common repairs such as re-inserting loose pages, broken spines, torn header caps, ripped and torn pages, will be addressed. Each participant is asked to bring one or two paperback books, preferably new or new-like, to demonstrate covering techniques; a hardbound book with a book jacket to demonstrate application of book jacket covers; a stapled book or magazine; one hardbound book that needs repair and a “naked” hardbound book (a hardbound book that does NOT have a book jacket cover). Each participant will be provided with a free sample packet of materials. There will also be a drawing after the workshop for a Deluxe Paperback Protection Kit from KAPCO retail value of $105. (To register,  please click the register link and click on the calendar link. Select “community” and click on “Library Book Repair Workshop” to register for the workshop.) REGISTER FREE

WebJunction has a couple of notable offerings this month, starting with Community Connections: Break with Tradition! on Thursday, March 20 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. A webinar in collaboration with ARSL exploring ways to develop community connections, especially with local businesses, for libraries to extend their reach and to help build stronger communities. Are you looking for fresh ways to connect your library with your community? Find out how these Nebraska libraries moved beyond traditional partnerships by uncovering shared commitment to community needs with new partners, especially local businesses. These new connections led to programming and events that promote health, literacy and entertainment for the whole community. The efforts extend the library’s marketing reach, build library support, and strengthen community relationships—all at little or no cost. This webinar is hosted in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries. Presented by Becky Baker, Library Director, Seward Memorial Library (NE); Scott Childers, Executive Director, Southeast Library System (NE); and Lisa Olivigni, Library Director, Crete Public Library (NE). REGISTER FREE

Next up is Health Happens in Libraries: Prioritizing Patron and Partner Engagement on Thursday, March 27 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. A webinar with WebJunction and ZeroDivide exploring inventive patron and partner engagement approaches which have been implemented by libraries in conjunction with the initial open enrollment period of the Affordable Care Act. REGISTER FREE

See you next month, hopefully with more sunshine and programs!

Well, I guess we all made it through the polar vortex (vortices?) last month, and now it’s time to hunker down for a few more weeks and endure the rest of this long winter. Luckily there are a few great program offerings to help make it a little more bearable!

If you’re ready to jumpstart your summer reading planning, consider attending the Free Form Free For All on Friday, February 7, from 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM at Forsyth Public Library. In the morning check out a brainstorming session where all share programming ideas, crafts, games and favorite new books, and plan to stay for the Performer’s Showcase in the afternoon. This event is open to all who do programming for youth services. Please bring copies of a summer reading craft or activity to share with the group. Please call the Forsyth Public Library at 217-877-8174 or email sandihayes.fpl@gmail.com to register. FREE

Find new ways to get creative with WebJunction’s The Iron is HOT: Libraries as Innovative & Creative Community Catalysts Tuesday, February 11, from 1:00 PM – 2 PM. Renew your sense of hope for the longtime viability of public libraries. Presenter Mary Lou Carolan (director, Wallkill Public Library, New York) sees amazing and out-of-the-ordinary opportunities for your library to serve as a vibrant and active community center. The library can be the creative catalyst to ignite community enthusiasm. Learn about the ‘Inside/Outside Approach’ and other engaging and fun marketing practices. Find out how to implement ‘placemaking’ for lighter, quicker, cheaper ways to attract more users. And catch the sense of urgency that libraries need to act now:  Hope,Opportunity, Time – strike while the iron is HOT! This webinar is hosted in collaboration with Geek the Library, a community awareness campaign. REGISTER FREE

LACONI is back this month with a couple of great programs. Middle managers should check out LACONI Middle Managers Section: Transforming with Change, Friday, February 14 from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM at Gail Borden Public Library. As a middle manager, how do you turn change into opportunity at your library? Our speakers bring expertise from a variety of departments in the library. Panelists include Michelle Roubal (Reference), Stephanie Carlile (Circulation), Mary Adamowski (Children’s) and Jill Boreham (Human Resources). To register, use the link at http://www.laconi.net to pay online or print a registration form. Please note that there is a registration fee which includes lunch: Members $35.00; Non-members $45.00. If you have any questions, please contact Keisha Hester at khester@calumetcitypl.org. Register

Digitization is looming on the horizon for everyone, and RAILS is meeting this challenge head on by presenting their webconference What You Need to Know About Starting a Digitization Project Wednesday, February 19 from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. Whether you’re a community repository just dipping your toes into digitization, or you need to digitize old materials to save space and enable greater access, the ability to plan and begin a digitization project is quickly becoming an essential skill for librarians. In this free workshop, digitization expert Susanne Caro will show you what you need to get started if you are new to digitization. You’ll learn about how to assess different materials for digitization, how to get buy-in and resources for your project, and ways to familiarize yourself with the different tools that can help you do the work. This is a group viewing of a workshop hosted through Webex. This webinar may only be viewed from one of the viewing locations found here: REGISTER FREE

Finally, LACONI YSS presents another program that addresses another growing concern for all of us in Libraryland with Libraries as Safe Spaces Friday, February 28 from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM at Orland Park Library. Safety has been a hot topic in many communities across the country. As public librarians, many of us wonder what we can do to deal with tense situations and keep our spaces safe without losing our accessibility and warmth. What method will work best for your library? In this workshop we will talk about common problems that might come up and learn about different approaches and strategies. Presented by Warren Graham (The Black Belt Librarian), Donald Gault, from the Wakanheza Project, and Officer Christopher Radz from the Alsip Police Department. Please fill out form and mail in with payment by February 21st. If necessary mail in form by date listed and bring payment on program date. Cost is $30 for LACONI members and $40 for nonmembers. One registration form per person, please. Fee includes a continental breakfast, lunch and the program. Mail registration and check (made out to LACONI YSS) to Joyce Arellano, Franklin Park Library, 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL 60131.  Register

See you next month!

Holidays are over and the winds are blustering–welcome back to another selection of continuing education highlights from around the state.

It may seem a little early to start thinking about your summer reading program, but not necessarily–come out to the Performer Showcase/Summer Reading Kickoff Tuesday, January 7, 2014 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Rock Falls Public Library District. The Performer Showcase is an opportunity for those librarians and staff who hire performers for summer reading or other library/community programs to see a bit of their performance and meet them in person. 12 performers will showcase their talents and will be available for bookings after the showcase. Please bring copies of a summer reading craft or activity to share with the group, sponsored by RAILS. Please call the Rock Falls Library at 815-626-3958 or email rfdistrict@yahoo.com to register. FREE

If you are interested in Teen Services, you might want to check out the Young Adult Librarians Discussion Group-YALD Meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM at Niles Public Library District. The YALD Group (Young Adult Librarians Discussion Group) is a former NSLS networking group, but is open to anyone interested in Teen Services. We usually meet every other month during the school year at a local library. Meetings are pretty informal and anyone can bring up any topic at any meeting. FREE

WebJunction has a couple of great offerings this month, kicking off with Flexible Spaces – Flexible Futures on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. As libraries continue to evolve as community spaces and information hubs, there is an opportunity to explore how patrons use library space and to create spaces that are flexible and adaptable to changing needs. Presenter Dri Ralph has helped lead the King County Library System (WA) through an extensive bond project which has included the renovation and/or building of 30 libraries. She will share highlights of their design choices, ideas for flexible use of space, and tips for engaging the community in the planning and design process. The webinar will also explore options for libraries with limited budgets. You’ll learn about opportunities to help any library make innovative choices for engaging with patrons. Presented by: Kendra Morgan, OCLC Senior Program Manager, and Dri Ralph, Facilities Design Coordinator, King County Library System. REGISTER FREE

Health literacy is the topic of another WebJunction webinar this month, Health Happens in Libraries: Health Information Resources for Library Staff on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Join this WebJunction webinar to learn more about the health information resources available through the National Library of Medicine and the NN/LM. Representatives of the NN/LM Pacific Southwest Regional Medical Library will discuss their collaborative efforts with public libraries regarding the Affordable Care Act and other popular health information topics. They will be joined by a representative from Santa Ana Public Library, and together share strategies for strengthening your own library’s health information services, to improve the health literacy of your community. REGISTER FREE

That’s it for chilly January, see you next month!

Welcome back to our end-of-year CE wrap-up! Here are a few opportunities to get your learnin’ on before Santa comes and we ring in the new year. See you in 2014!

If you are interested in providing input on topics to be considered for next year’s Reaching Forward South conference, check out the Reaching Forward South Focus Group video conference Friday, December 6, 2013 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at one of the locations listed HERE. FREE

WebJunction presents a trio of interesting offerings this month. First up is a webinar in collaboration with ARSL focused on ways for rural and small libraries to support patron creation and innovation through transformative technologies and spaces. The Future is Now: Rural Library as Innovation Incubator happens Wednesday, December 4, 2013 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Register HERE. FREE

Next up is a webinar that will explore ways to identify, mold and communicate transformational stories that can help your community understand the value of the library, The Power of Transformational Stories Tuesday, December 10, 2013 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Join Nancy Dowd, Senior Manager for NoveList’s LibraryAware, and Karen Austin, Geek the Library field manager at OCLC, as they discuss how to identify, mold and communicate transformational stories that can help your community understand the value of the library to individuals and the community as a whole. Register HERE. FREE

Finally, we can all probably use a brush-up on this next topic: Extreme Customer Service, Every Time Thursday, December 12, 2013 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Building on the success of the Darien Library, whose reputation is known internationally for providing “extreme customer service,” presenter Gretchen Caserotti will provide you with practical and actionable ideas that can help your library, whether small or large, commit to excellent customer service. Register HERE. FREE

Hello again, and welcome back to another round of autumn offerings in Libraryland! Kicking off the selections is this webinar from WebJunction, Serving Job Seekers: Library and Workforce System Partnerships That Work happening tomorrow, November 6 from 1-2 p.m.–still time to register! In this webinar, learn how innovative partnerships between state and local libraries and their workforce systems can amplify services to meet community employment needs. Innovative partnerships between state and local libraries and their workforce systems can amplify services to meet community employment needs, including the needs of businesses, veterans, Spanish-language speakers and other sectors. Learn more and REGISTER HERE. FREE

And don’t forget about our next program, The Three Faces of Apps: App Programming, App Advisory, App Discovery, is coming up on Thursday, November 7th, 9:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. in the Cardinal Room of the Arlington Heights Memorial Library! Join Amy Holcomb of the Northbrook Public Library, Heather Love Beverley of the Cook Memorial Public Library, and Anne Belden of the Ela Area Public Library for a discussion of apps in the library world. Topics covered will include ideas for library programs with apps for adults and children, tips on app advisory, and a segment on app discovery, in which a variety of useful and fun apps, both general and library-specific, will be presented. Boost your creativity and productivity using apps and introduce new resources to your patrons.

Back again for another roundup of great continuing education programs happening out in Libraryland, the end of October is looking great! If you have any energy left after ILA, that is…

First, however, I want to remind you about OUR next program happening NEXT month, The Three Faces of Apps: App Programming, App Advisory, App Discovery, is coming up on Thursday, November 7th, 9:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. in the Cardinal Room of the Arlington Heights Memorial Library! Join Amy Holcomb of the Northbrook Public Library, Heather Love Beverley of the Cook Memorial Public Library, and Anne Belden of the Ela Area Public Library for a discussion of apps in the library world. Topics covered will include ideas for library programs with apps for adults and children, tips on app advisory, and a segment on app discovery, in which a variety of useful and fun apps, both general and library-specific, will be presented. Boost your creativity and productivity using apps and introduce new resources to your patrons.

Life got in the way this month, so let’s jump right into this month’s highlights for librarian continuing ed!

Still time to register for the webconference FY2014 Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants happening  Monday, Sept. 9 from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. The FY2014 Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid grants application is available online for public libraries to complete and submit prior to the October 15, 2013 deadline. Due to a number of changes in this application process, you are encouraged to attend this or one of the other informational opportunities offered by Illinois State Library staff. This workshop will be held via videoconference at the locations listed HERE. FREE

Pick up a few new tricks at the RAILS Tinker meeting at Evanston Public Library Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 9:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Experience hands-on ideas for youth library technology programming and learn about school-public library technology partnerships. Then experiment with electricity with squishy circuits and build artbots, creatively motorized drawing tools. For more information, please contact Renee Neumeier at 847-448-8623 or rneumeier@cityofevanston.org. REGISTER FREE

With changing demographics in our communities, you may be interested in Helping People Become Citizens (Training by the USCIS) Wednesday, September 11, 2013 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) at Indian Prairie PLD. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services staff will train library personal on the naturalization process and available USCIS resources and how to provide information to interested aspiring citizens. FREE

Recent projects at Chicago Public Library have brought the issue of partnership between public libraries and schools to the forefront of many discussions in Libraryland, and WebJunction Illinois’  WJIL’s youThink! Friday: Public Libraries + School Libraries = Success for your Students Friday, Sept. 13 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. continues it. Do you partner with your local school or public library, but wish your ties were a bit stronger? Would you like to create a partnership but don’t know where to start? Your local public library might have resources you can tap into and staff you can partner with. School Librarian MaryJo Matousek and Public Youth Services Librarian Lisa Coleman share their partnership experience. REGISTER FREE

WJ: Geek the Library Q&A with Mary Stein, Tuesday, September 17, 2013 (1:00 PM – 1:30 PM) sounds fun! Geek the Library helps public libraries shift the perception of libraries in the community, and changes the conversation from one about information to one about transformation. The Geek the Library community awareness campaign at East Baton Rouge Parish Library (EBRPL) activated both internal and external library advocates, and got the community talking about the library. Learn more about the EBRPL story and get your questions answered live! Presented by Mary Stein, Assistant Library Director, Administrative Services, East Baton Rouge Parish Library. REGISTER FREE

On the tech side, LACONI is offering Content Strategy for Library Websites Friday, September 20, 2013 (9:30 AM – 12:00 PM) at Arlington Heights Memorial Library. Content strategy is both an art and a science. Simultaneously an editor, a curator, marketer, and project manager, a good content strategist not only helps create interesting content, but they ensure that’s it’s easily findable and attractive to read. In this presentation, we examine strategies for providing compelling and useful content for your library website. Hilary Marsh from Content Company will help you identify your customer, describe your product, develop effective web language, and create procedures for reviewing your website. LACONI members: $15//Non-members: $25: REGISTER

Or you could get SASSY (Storytelling and Sharing Skills for Youth), Friday, September 20, 2013 (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM) at Fossil Ridge Public Library District. SASSY is a group of Youth Services staff who meet monthly, throughout the school year, to share ideas for programs, resources and materials. It is a great time of sharing and networking! This month we will share: genre programs, by age group, & book lists to accompany them. Lunch will be catered (regular and veggie lasagna and dessert) and everyone is asked to pitch in $5.00. REGISTER

Finally, another exploration of changing library construct dynamics can be found at WebJunction’s Leaving Fort Ref: Frontiers of Embedded Librarianship, Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 12 p.m. his webinar explores new approaches to reference that embed the librarian in the community, answering questions at the point of need, and growing community connections. REGISTER

Ciao for now!

Hello, fellow librarians–welcome to another month in Libraryland!

There’s a nice roundup of notable happenings in August, but let’s kick it off with our very own RLA-CE program One Book, Full of Win: Building Successful Community Reading Programs happening Tuesday, August 13, 2013 from 9:30am-12:00pm at Palatine Public Library, Room 1.  Community reading programs, including “one book” initiatives, are the latest trend in public libraries, joining several local organizations and generations together for a common cause. Experts Liz Kirchhoff from the Barrington Area Library, Lynnanne Pearson from the Skokie Public Library, and Erica Christianson from the Ela Area Public Library will discuss successes and give practical advice for developing and sustaining multi-month programming that everybody can enjoy! Register HERE FREE Sponsored by H.W. Wilson, Gale Cengage Learning and TBS

Do you love book talks but don’t have time to read everything? Do you have a limited budget and need to get the most bang for your buck? Are you interested in promoting state award books? Then you might want to check out Summer School for School Librarians 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.,  Wednesday, August 7 at Belle Valley School District #119. Or catch a second session from 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. 3 CPDU credits. Abe Lincoln & Read for a Lifetime books, presented by Annette Mills, Triad High School. Register HERE

Continuing our back to school theme, you might also want to attend the RSA Back to School Workshop, Thursday, August 8, 2013, beginning at 9:30 am and ending at 3:00 pm. This workshop will be held in-person at the RAILS East Peoria Service Center, 600 High Point Lane in East Peoria.  The purpose of the Back to School Workshop is to discuss RSA topics that are relevant to school libraries: circulation, cataloging, reports, system administration, special projects, OCLC, and more! Any school library staff member who would like a “refresher” on RSA operations is encouraged to attend this workshop. Please note RSA staff will not provide in-depth training during the RSA Back to School Workshop. Attendees may attend the whole workshop or a portion of it. Register and get the agenda HERE FREE

WebJunction has a couple of neat webinars this month. Teens are the focus of Where Teens and Technology Meet: Engaging Teens with Digital Media, Thursday, August 8, 2013, 1 p.m.- 2 p.m. This webinar showcases Howard County Library System’s HiTech Digital Media Lab, where teens develop 21st century skills through hands-on projects and peer-to-peer communications. Register HERE FREE

If your library is migrating from WorldCat Resource Sharing to WorldShare ILL, be sure to check out webinar WorldShare ILL Migration – Overview for Illinois Libraries, Tuesday, August 2013 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. This one-hour webinar will review how to register for the migration to receive your library’s custom web address, create staff accounts, and review the basic components of the system. Learning resources, documentation, and steps to take to get ready will be shared. Register HERE FREE

With 2014 and the start of Obamacare right around the corner, libraries need to start getting prepared for patrons with questions about this historic legislation. A good place to start is Affordable Care Act: What Libraries Need to Know. This videoconference presented by Shawn Dorgan and Ruth Holst Monday, August 26 at 9:30 a.m., will provide an introduction to the Affordable Care Act and how libraries can assist their patrons. Various locations are available. Register and get an agenda HERE FREE

Finally, brush up on your marketing skills with Marketing Libraries: What the Not-for-Profits Can Learn from the Lots-of-Profits, Thursday, August 29, 2013, 12 p.m.- 1 p.m. Presented by Ned Potter, author of the Library Marketing Toolkit, this webinar will provide library marketing strategies that build awareness, grow your audience, and establish your library as an authoritative source and a definitive provider of services for the community. Register HERE FREE

See you next month!

Welcome back to another month’s worth of continuing education events worth a look–July has a few interesting options to help get you through your post-ALA depression!

WebJunction is offering three webinars of interest this month, starting with Libraries, Children and Families: new research and policy recommendations on role of libraries in early reading on Tuesday, July 9 from 1-3 p.m. Susan Hildreth, director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, present on a recent policy report, developed with the Campaign for Grade-level Reading, that highlights the role of libraries in early learning. The report also offers a plan of action for policy makers to build on current research and include libraries in early learning strategies. Attendees will learn about best practices for enhancing reading programs and how to participate in your community’s efforts to address literacy concerns. In addition, Lee Rainie, director of the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project, will describe the Project’s newly released reportabout the special role that libraries play in the life of families with children. Attendees will learn what matters to parents about their library experiences with their children, and how library programs and outreach can address those needs. Register HERE FREE

Visit some new or newly remodeled school libraries on Wednesday, July 10 from 9:00 to 12:00 on a SLING Field Trip to Mascoutah High School library, Belleville East High School, and Eckerts. Optional lunch afterwards. This will be worth 3 CPDUs. Register HERE FREE

Social media is increasingly more than just a buzz word in Libraryland–you’ve got to start knowing how to actually use it if you want to stay ahead of the curve! That’s why you might want to check out WebJunction‘s webinar Library Social Media Use on Wednesday, July 17 from 1-2 p.m. The webinar will cover how to create, administer, moderate, and leverage your library’s online presence. Some basic security settings for each social media tool will be discussed as well. Presented by Dr. Roberto Gallardo, project director, Extension Broadband Education and Adoption Team (e-BEAT) in Mississippi. Register HERE FREE

Meet fellow library professionals to discuss library marketing ideas and topics at the West Suburban Marketing Roundtable (formerly DLS Marketing Group) Thursday, July 18 from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora. Meeting is open to anyone, group meets four times per year. We  You can also join its Google Group: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/dls-marketing to receive up to date meeting information. Please RSVP at mcoduto@oak-brook.org if you will be attending the meeting. Agenda suggestions are welcome. FREE

WebJunction wraps up its July offerings with webinar Localize, Mobilize, and Spotlight Your Library Services and Outreach Tuesday, July 23 from 1-2 p.m. It’s a practical webinar looking at a variety of ways libraries can increase their impact and reach in their communities using mobile technology, social networking, and integration with the consumer services users already use. Register HERE FREE

If your library serves patrons from any immigrant populations, you might be interested in How to Create a “Citizenship Corner” and Inform Immigrants about Available Health Resources, a meeting happening at Indian Prairie PLD on Tuesday, July 23 from 3:15-5:15 p.m. Rachel Brooks, who is an Americorps Fellow working with the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights and who is assigned to World Relief DuPage, is working to implement a “citizenship corner” in each library. This approach is based on a USCIS initiative from California which has recently been implemented with the City of Chicago libraries. The “citizenship corner” would include a four-hour training for one or more people on staff at each library to be able to better help immigrants going through the citizenship process. Rachel will explain the idea of the citizenship corner and how it has been used at other libraries. She will be available to answer questions. For those libraries interested in participating, the training sessions will be in September. Please email Joe Popowitch at joep@ippl.info if you can attend. FREE

School librarians may want to attend the RSA Back to School Workshop Wednesday, July 24 from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the RAILS East Peoria Service Center, 600 High Point Lane in East Peoria. The purpose of the Back to School Workshop is to discuss RSA topics that are relevant to school libraries: circulation, cataloging, reports, system administration, special projects, OCLC, and more! Any school library staff member who would like a “refresher” on RSA operations is encouraged to attend this workshop. Please note RSA staff will not provide in-depth training during the RSA Back to School Workshop. Register HERE FREE