This session will allows attendees to learn about the emerging legal and operational issues facing libraries in Montana. Library leaders will learn about recent legislation and court decisions affecting libraries, Montana open meeting and public records laws, and the authority of library and school boards to adopt sound and effective library policies to ensure compliance with laws. Attendees will also learn about the Montana Library Assistance helpline program.

Estimated Course Length: 1 hour

Continuing Education Credits: 1 credit - Library Administration

  • The continuing education certificate is embedded in the last section of the course. It will unlock when you have finished the course evaluation.
  • Please download and save/print the certificate when you complete the course.
  • A badge will automatically be awarded and added to your MSL Learn profile.

Navigation

Use the Course Index on the left to move to the next section. You can collapse or expand the course index.

Course index icon on left of screen, collapsed.

Screenshot of expanded course index.

Pacing

This is a self-paced course. Our advice is to pace yourself! 

A good strategy is to do one section at a time and take a break after each quiz or reflection activity.

Activities

Each course may contain a variety of activities. 

You can "print" book activities to use as a reference for a quiz or print for your reference.

Screenshot instructions for how to print a book activity in the course.

Last modified: Thursday, 25 September 2025, 1:51 PM