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2009
TOP 5 MOBILE SERVICES FOR LIBRARIES
Today's patrons expect information in the
palm of their hand…
1 Text Message Reference
cell phones are their primary interface. Answer Reference Questions by SMS
These are the leading methods innovative
2 Electronic Collections
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libraries use to deliver services through
mobile devices and seamlessly meet our Promote Access to Collections w/ Smart Phones
modern mobile patrons’ information needs
on the go.
3 Access Services
Together, these top methods promote the Interactive SMS & Mobile App Circ Functions
relevance of traditional services in the
modern environment and advance the ability
of librarians to think forwardly about new 4 Social Networking
mobile services.
We Built This City: on Facebook & Twitter
THINK FORWARD, THINK MOBILE.
5 Mobile Applications
Customizable Mobile Interface for the Library
LISA CARLUCCI THOMAS, YALE ELECTRONIC COLLECTIONS & JOE MURPHY, YALE SCIENCE LIBRARIES ALA ANNUAL POSTER SESSION 2009
lisa.thomas@yale.edu Twitter: lisacarlucci joseph.murphy@yale.edu Twitter: libraryfuture http://www.flickr.com/photos/joeydigits/3695207552/