This document discusses how augmented reality (AR) technologies can be used in libraries to enhance user participation and services beyond physical library walls. It describes AR as blending digital and physical worlds. Marker-based AR uses QR codes and RFID, while markerless AR uses location services. Future AR may include wearable devices like Google Glass. The document argues AR can help libraries adopt participatory models that serve users wherever and whenever needed.

1. Augmented Reality
Changing Ideas about Space and
Participation in Libraries
Chris Bulin
SI 647 – Fall 2012

2. Issue:
• Libraries and librarians are in the
process of adopting a new service
model
• Participatory libraries adopt the
ethos of Library 2.0 and go beyond
the walls of the library to serve
patrons wherever and whenever
they choose.

3. Augmented Reality (AR)
• A blending of the digital with the physical world.
• A familiar version of augmented reality is the
“down line” on televised football

4. Markerless AR
• Includes location aware services utilizing
GPS. Uses: games, tourism, medicine

5. Marked AR
• Includes Quick Response (QR)
Codes and RFID for areas in which
GPS cannot currently be used
(indoors). Uses:
classrooms, libraries, museums

6. Future AR
• Personal “Sixth Sense” and ubiquitous
information – Google
Glass, contacts, wearable computing

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