The table below provides a list of recommended training and learning activities in order of priority and due date.
See the https://knowledge.exlibrisgroup.com/Alma/Implementation_and_Migration/Migration_Guides_and_Tutorials for a complete list of Migration Guides and Tutorials.
See also the Complete set of Getting To Know Alma Training Courses https://knowledge.exlibrisgroup.com/Alma/Training/Getting_To_Know_Alma/Getting_to_Know_Alma_-_English
Activity | Links and Notes | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
Watch Alma Collaborative Networks "Fundamentals" (~20 mins) | Alma Collaborative Networks - Introduction (~10 mins) | Friday, Sep 24 |
Review "Alma Migration Considerations for Consortia" | Friday, Sep 24 | |
Complete User Management Course (~15 mins) | Link: User Management
Optional content within this course and exercises: ~20-30 mins | Fri, Oct 1 |
Review "Technical Requirements for Alma and Discovery Implementation" documentation | Technical Requirements for Alma and Discovery Implementation | Mon, Oct 4 |
Complete Migration Tutorials | General | |
Overview of Migration (Guide) | Fri, Oct 8 | |
Tips for Completing the Alma Migration Form (Tutorial) | Fri, Oct 8 | |
Non-Ex Libris ILS Migrations | ||
General Alma Migration – Inventory (Tutorial) | Fri, Oct 8 | |
General Alma Migration – Fulfillment (Tutorial) | Fri, Oct 8 | |
Fri, Oct 8 | ||
Electronic Systems Migrations | ||
Migration of Physical to Electronic (P2E) Resources in Alma (Tutorial) | Fri, Oct 8 | |
360RM and Intota Migration (Tutorial) | Fri, Oct 8 | |
Link Resolver to Alma Activations (Tutorial) | Fri, Oct 8 | |
Start to explore the Symphony (Sirsi) to Alma Data Delivery and Migration Guide | Fri, Oct 8 | |
Complete Acquisitions Course (~25 mins) | Link: Acquisitions Learn how to create and edit users in Alma, and assign them roles and privileges.
Optional content within this course and exercises: ~60-90 mins | Fri, Oct 8 |
Complete Resources Course (~20 mins) | Link: Resources Learn how to add and edit bibliographic records and activate electronic collections in Alma.
Optional content within this course and exercises: ~60-90 mins | Fri, Oct 15 |
Test Your Knowledge for GTKA | Link: Quiz The purpose of the Getting to Know Alma (GTKA) quiz is to both assess your understanding of the concepts reviewed during the GTKA training series, and to provide your library with an opportunity to identify areas for discussion with your Ex Libris team. You will be able to email the results at the conclusion of the quiz. | Fri, Oct 29 |