LOEX 2026

This session guides participants in navigating multi-year strategic plans to uncover where library instruction can anchor and thrive. Through a practical framework for identifying key terms, priorities, and alignment points, attendees will learn how to translate institutional language into actionable instructional opportunities. Interactive Mentimeter activities-including live keyword mapping and real-time word clouds-will allow participants to analyze their own strategic plans and collaboratively build a shared "navigation map" of instructional possibilities. This fast-paced workshop equips librarians with leadership-ready strategies for charting clear, confident instructional pathways within evolving strategic landscapes.

Participants will:
1. Analyze strategic language: Identify and categorize keywords and priorities within multi-year plans that align with library instruction
2. Apply alignment strategies: Map instructional activities to strategic goals to demonstrate practical relevance
3. Create impact narratives: Develop a concise, strategic-language-driven plan or narrative that communicates the value of instruction to stakeholders