Technology
This book offers a compelling vision for libraries to claim their central role as trusted stewards of knowledge and architects of a responsible and equitable AI-driven world.
Understand how AI can be used in educational settings while aligning with both AASL Standards and content-area goals.
This volume considers the various ways digital library managers and staff can foster relationships with faculty, students, and the broader community to encourage awareness and use of digital library collections.
Technology infuses every aspect of every day in every library, and thus basic technology skills are a prerequisite for everyone who works in a library. Providing a one-stop overview of all technologies used in libraries today, this comprehensive primer belongs at the top of the reading list for any current or future library professional looking to stay at the forefront of technological advancement. Representing a complete update of the book under a new author, this seventh edition of the guide is bolstered with fresh insights gleaned from librarians and library staff members sharing how they work with a given technology in their library settings. Readers will learn about
- how technologies have historically impacted libraries;
- electronic resources including e-books, full-text articles, and streaming media;
- the crucial role of free web information in supporting library research;
- discovery layers and other systems for organizing information to make it easier to find;
- desktops, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices;
- library websites, web services, screencasts, distance learning, and learning management systems;
- social networking and patron participation, with newly crafted guidelines;
- makerspaces and other possibilities for adding creative activities and technologies to libraries such as virtual reality and augmented reality;
- a comprehensive examination of how to build and maintain the library technology environment, with advice on crafting an effective plan, purchasing equipment, putting systems into operation, and preservation issues stemming from dead and dying technologies;
- Universal Design (UX) and adaptive/assistive technologies;
- protecting technology and technology users by securing collections, enhancing computer security, and safeguarding privacy; and
- possible future developments in library technology, with suggested resources for staying informed.
This book outlines the key changes over the last 30 years that have led to this moment, what is changing in terms of how data is being used to create new products and services and what this means for how organizations can adapt to the emerging data-driven and AI landscape.
"Any information professional or student wanting a considered overview of some of the key metrics for providing information services in a digital world would be advised to read it."
— Elucidate
"This work can be a worthwhile and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in this subject, whether or not data are a direct part of their work or academic pursuits."
— Choice
"Offers a comprehensive approach to this very touchy subject ... [It's] a must buy for every library facing this climate of endless data used in the functioning of the organization."
— Journal of Hospital Librarianship
Providing concrete guidance on integrating accessibility into all aspects of a library’s digital work, this book will serve as your one-stop guide to accessibility standards, processes, and best practices.
This guide details how to start a creative space from scratch as well as how to develop or adjust an existing service to follow best practices.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 universal goals adopted by the UN in 2015. Information for Sustainable Development is a comprehensive resource that discusses the role and importance of data, information, people, and society in achieving the targets of these goals.
Learn about different crisis effects, ways in which technology can assist in responding to them, and issues for library technology managers to be aware of.
"The book is very readable, with an inclusive approach – the language used is accessible and avoids jargon. It helps the reader to start or participate in VR programs within community and heritage spaces."
— Journal of the Australian Library and Information Association
