This document discusses the concept of Library 2.0 and how libraries can implement more collaborative and participatory technologies and services. It defines Library 2.0 as working to meet changing user needs, trusting users, embracing emerging technologies, and looking outside the library field for innovations. The document addresses concerns that smaller libraries may not have the resources to adopt these technologies, but argues that many low-cost and free 2.0 options exist that can help libraries communicate, collaborate, and connect with patrons regardless of their size or technical expertise. Key recommendations include avoiding "technolust", knowing your users, developing a learning culture, and assessing technologies and services.
8. but we’re no longer thebut we’re no longer the
only game in town.only game in town.
9. Library 2.0 is a
state of mind•Working to meet changing user
needs
•Trusting our users (radical
trust)
•Getting rid of the culture of
perfect
•Aware of emerging technologies
and opportunities
•Looking outside of the library
world for applications,
10. What do you think
when you read these
headlines?• New Open Source Social Catalog
(SOPAC) 2.0 Debuts in Darien Public
Library
• Columbus Metropolitan Library
chooses Aquabrowser as its visual
discovery interface
• DCPL iPhone application ready for
download
• The Public Library of Charlotte and
Mecklenberg County has videos on
YouTube
11. Wow! That’s
pretty cool,
but...•We don’t have programmers on
staff to make stuff like that
happen.
•We don’t have the money to
make stuff like that happen.
•Our patrons don’t use
iPhones.
•We don’t have the equipment
to create videos.
12. Does this mean 2.0
technologies aren’t
meant for small
libraries?
13. 2.0 technologies
are for ALL
libraries!•Allow libraries to more easily
communicate, collaborate and
connect with patrons online
•Options at all price points
(free to $$$)
•Options for all levels of tech-
savvy
•Options for all types of
patrons (tech-savvy to computer
novices)
51. Photo Credits
• Day 255: Magic Wand http://flickr.com/photos/amanky/1369773967/
by Amanky
• Library 2.0 Meme Map http://flickr.com/photos/gbierens/178568449/
by Gerard Bierens
• Digitage Web 2.0 http://flickr.com/photos/oceanflynn/315385916/
by ocean.flynn
• The hopeless drunker part 3
http://flickr.com/photos/photoarias/2185288447/ by Roberto Arias
• RISK #2 http://flickr.com/photos/tollaksen/967960/ by Bjornar
• Farm Cat Group http://flickr.com/photos/weesmalldoll/432578986/
by weesmalldoll
• The Spongebob Square, Er, Roundpants Juggle
http://flickr.com/photos/cayusa/2574029855/ by Cayusa
• sunny day http://flickr.com/photos/iamthebestartist/2226165685/
by jessamyn