This article discusses the impact of e-books and digital technologies on libraries. It notes that tablet ownership is rising, with 56% of tablet owners using their device for reading. E-books now have a 30% market share and are cheaper and more portable than printed books. However, some argue that libraries will become obsolete as people can access content digitally from anywhere. Others believe libraries will adapt and embrace new technologies, becoming hubs that provide resources like tablets, e-readers, 3D printers and more. The key will be for libraries to use technology to enhance learning and productivity while maintaining focus and limiting distractions.
12. Libraries now sit fossilized, like dinosaur skeletons,
in the sterile museums that have been created
around them. – Samuel Williams !
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13. Or will they adapt?!
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14. Technology is so much a
part of learning. !
– Jane Pyper, Toronto’s
Chief Librarian!
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17. In a time where focusing is
already difficult…!
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18. Will libraries have too
many distractions?!
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19. Libraries of the future must
find the right balance.!
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20. They must use technology to help
people become more productive.!
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21. Libraries are not history.
They will offer more paint
and brushes to colour the
canvas of our life.!
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