Library 2.0 is not just about changing interactions with students and faculty. It’s about transforming the way we work, about new ways of connecting: with students and faculty, yes, but also with one another and with colleagues at other institutions and organizations. It’s not easy being 2.0. Tools, techniques, and ideas continue to emerge and evolve, requiring constant learning and re-learning. The latest innovation could just as easily turn out to be The-Flavor-of–the-Month as The-Next-Big-Thing. It’s hard to keep track of it all when there’s concrete work to be done. Liss will describe the results of a summer research leave focused on developing 2.0 learning activities for library staff. He’ll talk about staff understanding and use of 2.0 tools and technologies, about 2.0 learning at academic libraries, and about programs and activities to help staff learn about Library 2.0 by using Library 2.0, leaving them better equipped to move forward in the services they provide their communities.

1. Being 2.0: Professional Development in a Changing Library World Ken Liss, Boston College Libraries NELINET, October 10, 2008

9. 2.0 Learning Programs Learning 2.0/The 23 Things

10. 2.0 Learning Programs 5 Weeks to a Social Library

11. 2.0 Learning Programs Emerging Technology Groups

12. 2.0 Learning Programs Staff Blogs/Wikis

13. 2.0 Learning Programs Tech Fairs/Technology Petting Zoos

14. 2.0 Learning Programs Retreats/Seminars/Unconferences

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17. Make Learning Programs Voluntary Picture used under a Creative Commons license from Flickr user Meer .

18. Offer Incentives Picture used under a Creative Commons license from Flickr user Finsec .

19. Encourage & Expect Group Learning Picture used under a Creative Commons license from Flickr user Cindiann .

20. Respond to People’s Fears & Concerns

21. Ensure Management Support Picture used under a Creative Commons license from Flickr user C J Sorg .

24. QUESTIONS & DISCUSSION Ken Liss, Communication Librarian, Boston College [email_address] | 617-552-2183 | Or find me in Facebook