Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Web 2.0, Librarian 2.0 and the Future of Libraries (#15)

Can today's libraries cope with ever-changing technology and information? I think they can and it already began with the concept Library 2.0. Some has defined Library 2.0 as the implementation of the use of modern technology in the library system. This is evident by the wide spread use of electronic technology, i.e. ipad, ipod, itunes, google apps, email, notification to patrons on their electronic reference search.

While libraries would still remain as an archive for books, documents, rare collections & media , wi-fi is complemented by the libraries using Library 2 .0 which is very user friendly, with good personal service, and also by collaborated projects on what are successful information that can be disseminated.

Research has shown that despite the availability of easily accessible information through the internet, the number of library users has increased because of the additional technological features of the library.

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