Web 2.0 and the Modern Library

Computers In Libraries

Coinciding with National Library week, the 22nd Annual Computers in Libraries conference was held in Arlington Virginia. This is a conference which highlights new and evolving technologies, and holds classes and exhibits for Librarians and Information Managers. This year, the emphasis was on "moving beyond Library 2.0" and some of the many different topics covered at the conference included:Mashups, Wiki's, Blogs, Podcastings, Game-based learning, and their possible application for Library Instruction.

The conference brought to light the evolution of technology and that social networking sites such as: Facebook and YouTube, blogs, wiki's,, and podcasts are here to stay! The key is to figure out how they can be used to enhance library instruction as well as promote learning in general. Is the thought of just learning in the classroom no more? Can learning, with the aid of new technology, occur anywhere at anytime using new technology ?

With a link to:

http://www.infotoday.com/cil2007/

If you are interested in further information on this topic, please check out the the IRC staff presentation on Social Computing.