Reflection, not yet relaxation!?!
My reflection of regarding the readings over the last few weeks varies. On one hand, I am very familiar with the topics and even enjoy the reads. I currently work in a library and have worked in a variety of public libraries in the past (5 in fact). So, some of the articles regarding real life scenarios intrigue me. I have not had the experience of working in an academic library setting; I feel if I had, I would have a little more understanding of some of the higher tech. stuff. On the other hand, a couple (ok, mainly just one- the 2.0 stuff) has me feeling a little uneasy. I often refer to my interest in library and info. science as my “nerd alert”! and nerd alert indeed some of the past readings have been. The article on the library 2.0 was not at all an easy read for me. Perhaps I need to brush up on my vocab. Or, perhaps, all these terms will become less Greek to me the further I get into similar reads. Here’s to later.
One thing I learned that can be implemented in the library I work at is a “ask a librarian” feature. As far as I know, we don’t have a forum for remote reference needs.
My thoughts regarding the value of the library to patrons (as captured in one of my other blog ramblings) is always, that the library is one of the only things free for public use left in our communities. The library does not charge admission. Not only that, but the library and all it has to offer is educational based….and free. I will always firmly believe libraries are a treasure to all who decide to use them.
So, what should libraries be working toward in the coming years? From what I gather from my readings, anything 2.0 related! J Meaning, I know that not everybody is as passionate about libraries the way I am. People/patrons are increasing wanting/needing info. on demand and want to do so from the luxury of home. So, I do believe a more interpersonal means of relaying information will be necessary in the coming years. This can be done either by relaying info. via email, internet, blogs, and so forth, will need to be an important library resource in the years to come. Though, don’t get me wrong…we will still NEED librarians to help assist us and to make such resources available.
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I agree with you about Library 2.0. There was a lot of information that I didn't really know and it was a lot of new vocabulary.
Here's hoping libraries don't become completely computerized!
-Jennifer Gallegos
http://jengallbcc.blogspot.com
Thanks for the feedback - yes that article was discussing concepts that are probably unfamiliar to many, but I assure you toward the end of the class it should make much more sense to you. :)
Re: understanding web technology. I'm in the same boat. Had to read those particular articles sloooowwwwly.
In contrast, I have a 14 year old who recently handed me a short article he read about the government appointing a federal CTO. He asked me to read the article and tell him who I thought would make a good CTO. The first words out of my mouth were, "What's a CTO?" (The answer is Communications Technology Officer).
there's a library 2.0 interest group on Facebook, it looks interesting.
out of curiosity (if it relates to this class) why did you switch to 5 different libraries? Have you been working directly with reference services?
p.s.
I also find the free-admission plus educational environment to be main attractions for ending up down at the library.
that's cool about the promotions and moving up through the levels of library helpfulness :) if you like what you do that's really great! thanks for posting.
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