Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Place: Online at https://www.ala.org/pla/education/onlinelearning/webinars/expanding
Cost: Free
Public libraries are at the forefront of adult learning in the United States, serving as trusted, accessible programming providers. In a new report, “Expanding Possibilities: Public Libraries and Adult Learning – Insights from the Field,” PLA provides insights and innovations from the field based on a national survey of more than 350 public libraries, literature review, and case studies. Join this webinar to hear about key findings related to priority needs, barriers, and program responses; funding and evaluation; and partnerships. The report and webinar are sponsored by Gale, part of Cengage School.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Understand the current landscape of public library adult learning topics and trends;
• Identify barriers and implement strategies to address these with adult learners; and
• Improve outreach and partnerships to better reach adult learners.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This webinar is intended for all public library staff.