The success of libraries in the future will be determined by its ability to create stories rather than provide them. One way to accomplish this is by putting technology and people together so patrons become creators in makerspaces or other learning environments. Discover great new learning technologies and techniques for patrons, and how to build your new fablab or hackerspace. Arm yourself with facts for having interactive spaces to get buy-in from everyone from staff to public to the IT teams. Lastly, we will discuss ways to continually train and engage the staff so that your environment will constantly evolve.
Designing Interactive Library Spaces on Limited Budgets - ISLMABrian Pichman
In this session we will discuss the importance of redesigning library spaces to make them more interactive and collaborative. The Evolve Project is a collaborative platform that aims to change the way people see libraries through the injection of technology that fosters collaboration and exploration. See what other libraries have done to build maker spaces, fab labs, and other creative concepts that you can start today!
What does it mean to Evolve? Why do Libraries need to Evolve? Through this session, Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project will discuss the importance of redesigning library spaces to make them more interactive and collaborative. The Evolve Project is a collaborative platform that aims to change the way people see libraries through the injection of technology that fosters collaboration and exploration. These technologies include laser tag, Sphero Balls, Sifteo Cubes, interactive Legos, and so much more! See what other libraries have done to build maker spaces, fab labs, and other creative concepts that you can start today!
Computers In Libraries - Big Ideas on A Small Budget (Cybertour)Brian Pichman
Is your budget tight? Space limited? Have great ideas but just need help getting them going? The library world is full of great thinkers and creative people. Through talking with other libraries across the country, here are some great ideas that were done on a small or no budget at all. Attend this session for tips on how to get your next BIG idea implemented. We will discuss everything from program ideas to cool tech solutions.
Join Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project on an adventure of laughs, thrills, and an opportunity to experiment and build with some of the latest and greatest gadgets in the market place. This workshop will guide you through the whys and hows of building environments that allow creativity through the use of innovative technology. At the end of this session, you will be building circuits, programming robots, and more, during this jam packed information and hands on session. There will be something for everyone at this event and will leave you with new ideas that you can implement the very next day in your library.
Designing Interactive Library Spaces on Limited Budgets - ISLMABrian Pichman
In this session we will discuss the importance of redesigning library spaces to make them more interactive and collaborative. The Evolve Project is a collaborative platform that aims to change the way people see libraries through the injection of technology that fosters collaboration and exploration. See what other libraries have done to build maker spaces, fab labs, and other creative concepts that you can start today!
What does it mean to Evolve? Why do Libraries need to Evolve? Through this session, Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project will discuss the importance of redesigning library spaces to make them more interactive and collaborative. The Evolve Project is a collaborative platform that aims to change the way people see libraries through the injection of technology that fosters collaboration and exploration. These technologies include laser tag, Sphero Balls, Sifteo Cubes, interactive Legos, and so much more! See what other libraries have done to build maker spaces, fab labs, and other creative concepts that you can start today!
Computers In Libraries - Big Ideas on A Small Budget (Cybertour)Brian Pichman
Is your budget tight? Space limited? Have great ideas but just need help getting them going? The library world is full of great thinkers and creative people. Through talking with other libraries across the country, here are some great ideas that were done on a small or no budget at all. Attend this session for tips on how to get your next BIG idea implemented. We will discuss everything from program ideas to cool tech solutions.
Join Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project on an adventure of laughs, thrills, and an opportunity to experiment and build with some of the latest and greatest gadgets in the market place. This workshop will guide you through the whys and hows of building environments that allow creativity through the use of innovative technology. At the end of this session, you will be building circuits, programming robots, and more, during this jam packed information and hands on session. There will be something for everyone at this event and will leave you with new ideas that you can implement the very next day in your library.
IL13 - Design My Library Space WorkshopBrian Pichman
This interactive workshop shares what libraries have done to renovate their spaces, and participants are expected to share their experiences. It discusses the reasons to renovate and change, different innovative methods to do such things, uses statistics, and facts about why and how changing and renovating spaces can improve the collection including forward-facing books shelves, remapping layouts/moving furniture, the need for sitting, and the need for fab labs or hacker spaces. Bring photos of your library, and help us brainstorm ways to improve and change our structures, hopefully all at low costs!
This interactive workshop shares what libraries have done to renovate their spaces and participants are expected to share their experiences. It discusses the reasons to renovate and change, different innovative methods to do such things, uses statistics and facts about why and how changing and renovating spaces can improve the collection including the forward facing books shelves, remapping layouts/moving furniture, the need for sitting, and the need for fab labs or hacker spaces. Bring photos of your library and help us brainstorm ways to improve and change our structures, hopefully all at low costs!
NEFLIN 13: Engaging the Next Generation of Library Users Through Innovative T...Brian Pichman
This session focuses on unique innovative technologies that are readily available on the market and rolling out in the future. Engage the next generation of users by allowing these technologies to position your library as a community anchor that can provide homework assistance, social growth, and exploration of reading. Get a sense and feel for new age technology and feel confident that you can bring these new gadgets into your community to increase circulation, patron usage, or offer more programs. Through this, you will allow your patrons to learn through discovery, interaction, and collaboration and turn them into permanent library users.
Today libraries around the globe are talking about fab labs, maker spaces, and hacker spaces. This workshop uncovers what these spaces are, what they are for, and how to correctly implement them in your library setting. We will discuss specific types of spaces along with examples. Most importantly, some tips and tricks and obtaining funding to create these amazing areas libraries desperately need. This workshop will help position your library as a community anchor to further engage your patrons allow them to collaborate, interact, and discover.
You have a maker-space; so what’s next? Join Brian Pichman from the Evolve Project as he walks you through how plan, market, and organize your programming events for your MakerSpace. Brian will also share successful programming ideas learn about programming regardless of library type. Allow your public library or school library to foster innovation and offer unique opportunities to encourage more patrons to interact, grow, and learn.
The success of libraries in the future will be determined by its ability to create stories rather than provide them. One way to accomplish this is by putting technology and people together so patrons become creators and innovators in makerspaces and other learning environments. In this full day session, discover great new learning technologies and techniques for patrons, and how to build your new fablab or hackerspace. Get hands-on with must have maker tech and build new ideas throughout the day. Arm yourself with facts for having interactive spaces and tools to get buy-in from everyone from staff to public to the IT teams. Discover where technology is heading and how we can plan with it. After building your space, the session will also cover about building your staff. Learn ways to continually train and engage the staff so the environment will constantly evolve and grow. Multiple topics and ideas will be covered so any library on any budget can implement new ideas and activities for the patrons.
Outcomes:
• Participants will learn about key design concepts when looking at their library spaces to increase collaboration and foster innovation.
• Participants will have an opportunity to not only play and experiment with cutting edge maker space gadgets; but learn which tools in the educational technology realm offer instruction on engineering, programming, robotics, and early childhood education.
• Participants will also be armed with the skills they need to not only start their own spaces; but help market, promote, and fund their spaces.
Designing Interactive Library Spaces - Seminar w/ EdLab, Teachers College of ...Brian Pichman
Brian Pichman, a member of the Evolve Project, is dedicated to bringing libraries into the future using cost effective measures and strategies, as well as blending environments to be engaging and interactive.
Learn why libraries around the world are changing and evolving to meet the needs of the patrons. Together we investigate ways libraries have been creating new interactive spaces, and how they are building makerspaces and fab labs. We also discuss emerging technology and how that plays a role in not only learning spaces but also what it means for content creation and curation. As a group, we will discover ways libraries can improve and further define themselves as community anchors. We will also take a virtual walk through of a redesign Brian has done for a children's public library and ways he branded and marketed the project to help find extra funding.
NEFLIN 13: Maker Spaces and Fab Labs: Designing Interactive Library SpacesBrian Pichman
What does it mean to Evolve? Why do Libraries need to Evolve? Through this session Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project discusses the importance of redesigning library spaces to make them more interactive and collaborative. The Evolve Project is a collaborative platform that aims to change the way people see libraries through the injection of technology that fosters collaboration and exploration. These technologies include laser tag, Sphero Balls, Sifteo Cubes, interactive Legos, and so much more! Also, discover what other libraries have done to build maker spaces, fab labs, and other creative concepts that you can start today!
The success of libraries in the future will be determined by its ability to create stories rather than provide them. One way to accomplish this is by putting technology and people together so patrons become creators in makerspaces or other learning environments. Discover great new learning technologies and techniques for patrons, and how to build your new fablab or hackerspace. Arm yourself with facts for having interactive spaces to get buy-in from everyone from staff to public to the IT teams. Lastly, we will discuss ways to continually train and engage the staff so that your environment will constantly evolve
Computers In Libraries - Innovative Funding AlternativesBrian Pichman
Crowdsourcing support (through sites such as Kickstarter or Indiegogo) is a challenging and often daunting task. In order for a truly successful campaign, there are a variety of steps that need to be meticulously maintained and followed. This session helps you learn the basics, from start to finish, about launching your new idea through a crowd- sourced campaign. It also discusses various methods and strategies to find extra money so that you may do more! It shares strategies and methods from a business perspective that libraries can use to have successful wins. Learn how to do more with less, find new sources for funding, and build a strategy to get more for your library.
CIL Tech Gadget Goodness - Learning from CESBrian Pichman
Hear what our information industry and gadget geek learned when he recently attended the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) promoting libraries to the exhibitors. The CES show is one of the largest technology shows in the industry; it’s where companies from around the world release new products, unveil innovative ideas, and do hands-on demonstrations. Pichman brings all the action to you in this jammed-pack session of tech gadget goodness. Learn what new technology is out there and how it affects libraries and their communities. Discover what tech we should implement in our makerspaces and fablabs. Pick up lots of ideas and insights from our ambassador to CES!
Librarians across the country have collectively been spending resources on developing simple to complex makerspaces. But, what comes after that? This exciting presentation will talk about great ideas and programs you can use with your makerspaces. Topics include ways to build more community awareness about your library, create new startup companies within your library, and most importantly further define your library as the community anchor. This session will also encourage ways to build more coding programs to teach our future technical entrepreneurs how to build better and more integrated systems and encourage more innovation.
IOLUG - Evolving Librarian Conference; The Evolve ProjectBrian Pichman
The presentation for the Indiana Online User Group's Conference called the "Evolving Librarian". This presentation covers the Evolve Project and what it aims to complete and do.
CIL 2013 - Innovative Technology and ServicesBrian Pichman
This session focuses on different innovative technologies that are extremely unique and how they could be brought into library settings, from technology that we already own (laser tag, Sphero, Sifteo, gesture-based computing, and so forth) to technology that may be rolling out in the future. Get a sense and feel for new age technology and feel confident that you can bring it into your community to increase circulation, patron usage, or offer more programs.
ILEAD USA - Innovative Technology and ServicesBrian Pichman
Presentation that focuses on different innovative technologies that are extremely unique and how they could be brought into library settings, from technology that is readily available on the market to technology that may be rolling out in the future. Get a sense and feel for new age technology and feel confident that you can bring it into your community to increase circulation,patron usage, or offer more programs.
Libraries are more than a storage house for books; they are friendly places for discovery! Do it yourself (DIY) culture has permeated into libraries giving patrons of all ages a chance to create interesting things. These collaborative learning environments, sometimes called makerspaces, are spaces where people can share innovative ideas and learn new skills. Makerspaces are a perfect fit in libraries primarily because it helps to enhance a library’s mission, which is to encourage lifelong learning.
In this webinar:
• Learn what a makerspace is and what it could mean for your library patrons.
• Discover a variety of resources to help build a great makerspace.
• Gain an appreciation as to what other libraries are doing in this new exciting space.
• Acquire numerous programming ideas to help foster creativity and learning.
IL13 - Design My Library Space WorkshopBrian Pichman
This interactive workshop shares what libraries have done to renovate their spaces, and participants are expected to share their experiences. It discusses the reasons to renovate and change, different innovative methods to do such things, uses statistics, and facts about why and how changing and renovating spaces can improve the collection including forward-facing books shelves, remapping layouts/moving furniture, the need for sitting, and the need for fab labs or hacker spaces. Bring photos of your library, and help us brainstorm ways to improve and change our structures, hopefully all at low costs!
This interactive workshop shares what libraries have done to renovate their spaces and participants are expected to share their experiences. It discusses the reasons to renovate and change, different innovative methods to do such things, uses statistics and facts about why and how changing and renovating spaces can improve the collection including the forward facing books shelves, remapping layouts/moving furniture, the need for sitting, and the need for fab labs or hacker spaces. Bring photos of your library and help us brainstorm ways to improve and change our structures, hopefully all at low costs!
NEFLIN 13: Engaging the Next Generation of Library Users Through Innovative T...Brian Pichman
This session focuses on unique innovative technologies that are readily available on the market and rolling out in the future. Engage the next generation of users by allowing these technologies to position your library as a community anchor that can provide homework assistance, social growth, and exploration of reading. Get a sense and feel for new age technology and feel confident that you can bring these new gadgets into your community to increase circulation, patron usage, or offer more programs. Through this, you will allow your patrons to learn through discovery, interaction, and collaboration and turn them into permanent library users.
Today libraries around the globe are talking about fab labs, maker spaces, and hacker spaces. This workshop uncovers what these spaces are, what they are for, and how to correctly implement them in your library setting. We will discuss specific types of spaces along with examples. Most importantly, some tips and tricks and obtaining funding to create these amazing areas libraries desperately need. This workshop will help position your library as a community anchor to further engage your patrons allow them to collaborate, interact, and discover.
You have a maker-space; so what’s next? Join Brian Pichman from the Evolve Project as he walks you through how plan, market, and organize your programming events for your MakerSpace. Brian will also share successful programming ideas learn about programming regardless of library type. Allow your public library or school library to foster innovation and offer unique opportunities to encourage more patrons to interact, grow, and learn.
The success of libraries in the future will be determined by its ability to create stories rather than provide them. One way to accomplish this is by putting technology and people together so patrons become creators and innovators in makerspaces and other learning environments. In this full day session, discover great new learning technologies and techniques for patrons, and how to build your new fablab or hackerspace. Get hands-on with must have maker tech and build new ideas throughout the day. Arm yourself with facts for having interactive spaces and tools to get buy-in from everyone from staff to public to the IT teams. Discover where technology is heading and how we can plan with it. After building your space, the session will also cover about building your staff. Learn ways to continually train and engage the staff so the environment will constantly evolve and grow. Multiple topics and ideas will be covered so any library on any budget can implement new ideas and activities for the patrons.
Outcomes:
• Participants will learn about key design concepts when looking at their library spaces to increase collaboration and foster innovation.
• Participants will have an opportunity to not only play and experiment with cutting edge maker space gadgets; but learn which tools in the educational technology realm offer instruction on engineering, programming, robotics, and early childhood education.
• Participants will also be armed with the skills they need to not only start their own spaces; but help market, promote, and fund their spaces.
Designing Interactive Library Spaces - Seminar w/ EdLab, Teachers College of ...Brian Pichman
Brian Pichman, a member of the Evolve Project, is dedicated to bringing libraries into the future using cost effective measures and strategies, as well as blending environments to be engaging and interactive.
Learn why libraries around the world are changing and evolving to meet the needs of the patrons. Together we investigate ways libraries have been creating new interactive spaces, and how they are building makerspaces and fab labs. We also discuss emerging technology and how that plays a role in not only learning spaces but also what it means for content creation and curation. As a group, we will discover ways libraries can improve and further define themselves as community anchors. We will also take a virtual walk through of a redesign Brian has done for a children's public library and ways he branded and marketed the project to help find extra funding.
NEFLIN 13: Maker Spaces and Fab Labs: Designing Interactive Library SpacesBrian Pichman
What does it mean to Evolve? Why do Libraries need to Evolve? Through this session Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project discusses the importance of redesigning library spaces to make them more interactive and collaborative. The Evolve Project is a collaborative platform that aims to change the way people see libraries through the injection of technology that fosters collaboration and exploration. These technologies include laser tag, Sphero Balls, Sifteo Cubes, interactive Legos, and so much more! Also, discover what other libraries have done to build maker spaces, fab labs, and other creative concepts that you can start today!
The success of libraries in the future will be determined by its ability to create stories rather than provide them. One way to accomplish this is by putting technology and people together so patrons become creators in makerspaces or other learning environments. Discover great new learning technologies and techniques for patrons, and how to build your new fablab or hackerspace. Arm yourself with facts for having interactive spaces to get buy-in from everyone from staff to public to the IT teams. Lastly, we will discuss ways to continually train and engage the staff so that your environment will constantly evolve
Computers In Libraries - Innovative Funding AlternativesBrian Pichman
Crowdsourcing support (through sites such as Kickstarter or Indiegogo) is a challenging and often daunting task. In order for a truly successful campaign, there are a variety of steps that need to be meticulously maintained and followed. This session helps you learn the basics, from start to finish, about launching your new idea through a crowd- sourced campaign. It also discusses various methods and strategies to find extra money so that you may do more! It shares strategies and methods from a business perspective that libraries can use to have successful wins. Learn how to do more with less, find new sources for funding, and build a strategy to get more for your library.
CIL Tech Gadget Goodness - Learning from CESBrian Pichman
Hear what our information industry and gadget geek learned when he recently attended the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) promoting libraries to the exhibitors. The CES show is one of the largest technology shows in the industry; it’s where companies from around the world release new products, unveil innovative ideas, and do hands-on demonstrations. Pichman brings all the action to you in this jammed-pack session of tech gadget goodness. Learn what new technology is out there and how it affects libraries and their communities. Discover what tech we should implement in our makerspaces and fablabs. Pick up lots of ideas and insights from our ambassador to CES!
Librarians across the country have collectively been spending resources on developing simple to complex makerspaces. But, what comes after that? This exciting presentation will talk about great ideas and programs you can use with your makerspaces. Topics include ways to build more community awareness about your library, create new startup companies within your library, and most importantly further define your library as the community anchor. This session will also encourage ways to build more coding programs to teach our future technical entrepreneurs how to build better and more integrated systems and encourage more innovation.
IOLUG - Evolving Librarian Conference; The Evolve ProjectBrian Pichman
The presentation for the Indiana Online User Group's Conference called the "Evolving Librarian". This presentation covers the Evolve Project and what it aims to complete and do.
CIL 2013 - Innovative Technology and ServicesBrian Pichman
This session focuses on different innovative technologies that are extremely unique and how they could be brought into library settings, from technology that we already own (laser tag, Sphero, Sifteo, gesture-based computing, and so forth) to technology that may be rolling out in the future. Get a sense and feel for new age technology and feel confident that you can bring it into your community to increase circulation, patron usage, or offer more programs.
ILEAD USA - Innovative Technology and ServicesBrian Pichman
Presentation that focuses on different innovative technologies that are extremely unique and how they could be brought into library settings, from technology that is readily available on the market to technology that may be rolling out in the future. Get a sense and feel for new age technology and feel confident that you can bring it into your community to increase circulation,patron usage, or offer more programs.
Libraries are more than a storage house for books; they are friendly places for discovery! Do it yourself (DIY) culture has permeated into libraries giving patrons of all ages a chance to create interesting things. These collaborative learning environments, sometimes called makerspaces, are spaces where people can share innovative ideas and learn new skills. Makerspaces are a perfect fit in libraries primarily because it helps to enhance a library’s mission, which is to encourage lifelong learning.
In this webinar:
• Learn what a makerspace is and what it could mean for your library patrons.
• Discover a variety of resources to help build a great makerspace.
• Gain an appreciation as to what other libraries are doing in this new exciting space.
• Acquire numerous programming ideas to help foster creativity and learning.
If you're suffering from information overload when it comes to what's new in technology and Internet resources for children and young adults, join us as we learn what's new in a nutshell.
ILEAD USA - Engaging The Next Generation of Library UsersBrian Pichman
There are a lot of amazing concepts involving new technologies and great content to attract and retain teen users in the library. This session highlights unique services for young adult and teen patrons that librarians across the country have been implementing. Everything from new programs to new gadgets will be covered to engage your teens and attract them to your library.
Show your library as a community anchor that can provide assistance for homework, social growth, and the exploration of reading while turning them into permanent library users as they grow.
***Special Thanks to Patrick Sweeney, Justin Hoenke, Stephen Abram, and librarians from around the world for your input and conversations about ways to engage your patrons. Keep up the amazing work***
Libraries are more than a storage house for books; they are friendly places for discovery! Do it yourself (DIY) culture has permeated into libraries giving patrons of all ages a chance to create interesting things. These collaborative learning environments, sometimes called makerspaces, are spaces where people can share innovative ideas and learn new skills. Makerspaces are a perfect fit in libraries primarily because it helps to enhance a library’s mission, which is to encourage lifelong learning.
In this webinar:
• Learn what a makerspace is and what it could mean for your library patrons.
• Discover a variety of resources to help build a great makerspace.
• Gain an appreciation as to what other libraries are doing in this new exciting space.
• Acquire numerous programming ideas to help foster creativity and learning.
These slides accompanied a webinar for the Massachusetts Library System in March 2015 on the topic of making and the maker mentality in libraries serving youth.
Museum in a Box: A Case Study (with notes)George Oates
Presented to senior EU cultural figures at A Vision for European Cultural Heritage 2025, I presented Museum in a Box as a forward-thinking company trying to succeed in making the best of the current state of digital cultural heritage. (Notes included in this version).
STEAM & the Maker Mentality for School-Age YouthAmy Koester
These slides accompanied an April 2015 webinar for Demco on the topics of STEAM programming and maker activities for school-age youth in library settings.
You have a Makerspace; so what's next? Join Brian Pichman from the Evolve Project as he walks you through how to plan, market, and organize your programming events for your Makerspace. Brian will also share successful programming ideas regardless of library type. Allow your public library or school library to foster innovation and offer unique opportunities to encourage more patrons to interact, grow, and learn.
Topics/Agenda:
* Ways to Organize Your Space
* Marketing Tips and Tricks
* Planning for the Future
* Programming Ideas for your Makerspace
Desired Outcomes:
After attending the webinar, you will have new ideas for your Makerspace to draw more attendees, see positive outcomes, and educate your local community (whether a school or public library) to foster more innovation and collaboration.
AI Coding, Tools for Building AI (TBLC AI Conference)Brian Pichman
Embark on an engaging journey into the world of AI coding with Brian Pichman from the Evolve Project. This advanced track offers participants hands-on experiences in coding AI, blending theory with practice. Explore the latest games/gadgets/gizmos designed to educate and enhance skills in coding alongside AI. This session is perfect for those who are curious about what's it take to code AI and learn about cutting-edge developments in AI technology
Building Your Own AI Instance (TBLC AI )Brian Pichman
Join Brian Pichman from the Evolve Project in an enlightening session focusing on the creation of a building your own AI chatbot. This advanced track delves into the practical aspects of utilizing the OpenAI API alongside other innovative software products. Participants will gain invaluable insights into the processes and technologies involved inbuilding a custom AI instance. This track is ideal for those seeking adeeper understanding of AI integration and personalization in the realm. of conversational AI.
CyberSecurity - Computers In Libraries 2024Brian Pichman
Protecting privacy and security while leveraging technology to accomplish positive change is becoming a serious challenge for individuals, communities, and businesses. This workshop, led by expert leaders and practitioners, covers personal and organizational privacy as well as top security issues for libraries and their communities, especially the implications of AI. If you don’t have a security plan in place, are unsure of where to even start to make sure your library is secure, or have an existing plan in place but want to cross your T’s and dot your I’s, come to this interactive workshop.
AI Workshops at Computers In Libraries 2024Brian Pichman
While AI holds tremendous potential for libraries, it also comes with significant concerns and the potential for harm. We find ourselves sailing uncertain waters; there are few guardrails governing AI's use. Even as we acknowledge this truth, we must also note that library staff are already experimenting with the use of AI chatbots (most commonly ChatGPT), generative AI design tools (like Midjourney), and other variations of AI technology. In short, we have great potential, pitfalls, and a total lack of clarity. It is only through the thoughtful development of policy, procedure, and professionals that we can hope to articulate a vision for the ethical use of AI in our libraries. Join this conversation about new disruptive technology, take a deep breath, and get to work laying a foundation of policy guidelines and staff development to navigate the uncertain road ahead.
This interactive and hands-on workshop allows you to play and experiment with new tools which will spark ideas for the future of your library and community activities. It focuses on OpenAI’s API and how to get started building personalities in AI. It explores various tools to create AI images, videos, and more. Filled with tips, it will definitely be fun!
Community Health & Welfare: Seniors & Memory CareBrian Pichman
Memory care is becoming a huge topic in libraries around the world. How do we support seniors and their caregivers affected by conditions such as Alzheimer's or dementia? This session explores tools, tips, and program ideas to enable your library to include these groups and empower them to use the library in a safe and inviting way.
Robotics in Libraries - Education and AutomationBrian Pichman
Explore how robotics is reshaping various industries and how they may create new possibilities within library environments. This session explores a wide gambit of information — from the basic STEAM toys that can teach coding to industry-level equipment and their applications in libraries, including sorting systems, interactive learning companions, and assistive devices for patrons with disabilities. Gain insights into the benefits and limitations of robotics, and explore future trends in the field.
Key Points:
Overview of robotics technologies and their relevance to libraries.
Benefits and limitations of integrating robotics into library operations.
Various Edutech Products that teach robotics.
Future trends and possibilities for robotics in the library environment.
NCompass Live - Pretty Sweet Tech - Evolve ProjectBrian Pichman
Presentation for NCompass Live
Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project is the man behind the scenes, transforming how libraries engage with technology. Here at the Commission, he helped a lot with the Tech Kits Through the Mail. If you’ve gotten a kit from us, it’s because he tracks tech trends, works with tech gadget startups, and helps build solid strategies to connect communities with transformative technology.
Honestly, he’s helped me a lot over the years. But I can’t be selfish. I decided to share his expertise with you all! Turns out Brian does way more than I ever knew possible.
In this session we will get Brian talking about all the cool things he has going on:
Explore how his pilot programs of new games & gadgets are shaping the future of libraries through makerspaces, innovation spaces, and leading edge programming
Learn how Brian helps libraries embrace AI, VR and AR to revolutionize library services and enhance accessibility and engagement for all.
Discover his passion for open-source solutions to drive positive change, and his recent endeavors with ByWater Solutions, a leading provider of open-source library software.
Dig into his work with libchalk, a web hosting platform designed specifically to help libraries host digital content, websites, courses, and online resource libraries.
The real question is, what doesn’t he do? He can help your library too. Find out how.
AI tools in Scholarly Research and PublishingBrian Pichman
Discover how AI is revolutionizing research methodologies and publishing processes, making data analysis more efficient and streamlining academic workflows. This talk will cover the latest trends, challenges, and future opportunities of integrating AI in academia. Ideal for scholars, publishers, and tech enthusiasts aiming to stay ahead in the digital age. We will also explore new tools and how to build your own environments.
Tech Trends 2024 and Beyond - AI and VR and MOreBrian Pichman
Join Brian Pichman, the tech geek from the Evolve Project, in a
jolly tech-filled sleigh ride through the hottest trends that'll make
this holiday season merrier for librarians! From digital AI elves
to magical augmented reality, this fun-packed presentation will
unwrap the tech wonders that'll keep libraries ahead of the
game in the North Pole of innovation. Don't miss out on the
holiday cheer and the chance to sprinkle some digital snow on
your library's future!
Content Creation and Social Media Tools for LibrariesBrian Pichman
Discover the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in shaping content creation and social media engagement within library environments. This presentation explores how AI-driven tools are revolutionizing the way libraries share information, curate content, and connect with their communities. Explore practical applications of AI in generating personalized content, automating social media interactions, and enhancing user engagement, all while maintaining the unique character of library services.
Key Points:
Tailoring library content through AI: Customized reading recommendations, curated lists, and more.
Amplifying outreach with AI-powered social media strategies, boosting community interaction.
Ethical considerations in AI-generated content for libraries: Striking the right balance.
Real-world examples of successful AI-driven library campaigns that foster engagement.
Collaborative possibilities: How libraries can work with AI to enhance user experiences.
Future prospects: Navigating the evolving landscape of AI and its integration in library services.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Powering Data and Conversations.pptxBrian Pichman
Uncover the potential of Artificial Intelligence in revolutionizing data analysis and enhancing conversational experiences within library contexts. This presentation explores how AI technologies are redefining data management, insights, and user interactions in libraries. Gain insights into how AI-driven data analysis can optimize collection management, resource allocation, and user engagement. Additionally, learn about the implementation of AI-powered conversational interfaces to provide seamless library support and guidance.
Key Points:
- Enhancing library data analysis: From catalog optimization to user behavior insights using AI.
- Leveraging AI to automate routine data-related tasks and enhance decision-making.
- Conversational AI in libraries: Creating virtual assistants and chatbots for user assistance.
- Merging human expertise with AI: Crafting effective user interactions in library services.
- Case studies showcasing libraries streamlining operations and enriching user experiences through AI.
- Future horizons: The evolving role of AI in data management and personalized library interactions.
Cybersecurity - Defense Against The Dark Arts Harry Potter StyleBrian Pichman
Step right into a realm where cyber security meets the enchanting world of Harry Potter! Join Brian Pichman, our fearless Defense Against the Dark Arts wizard, as he unveils the secrets to safeguarding our digital realms. Prepare to be captivated as Brian illuminates the spellbinding techniques of encryption, firewalls, and intrusion detection, equipping us to fortify our cherished data against the sinister forces of the digital realm.
But beware! Just like in the magical world, treacherous adversaries prowl the shadows. Brian will expose the dark arts of phishing, ransomware, and social engineering, empowering us to defend our digital castles. Engrossed in tales of peril and armed with ancient cyber security spells, this captivating presentation promises to leave you spellbound and ready to protect yourself in this ever-evolving landscape. So grab your wands and brace yourselves as Brian Pichman conjures a shield of protection, ensuring the safety of our digital realms against the forces of darkness. Together, we shall prevail in this journey of cyber security and magic.
Join Brian Pichman from the Evolve Project as he shares a new strategy he hopes libraries adopt to strengthen their connection with themselves, their team, and the community. By setting up a 40 Day Challenge (and yes challenges will be shared in this presentation) you can take yourself and your library to a whole new level of librarianship.
NCompass Live: AI: The Modern Day Pandora's BoxBrian Pichman
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has unfurled a world of possibilities and opportunities, but just like Pandora's box, it comes with its own set of challenges and ethical conundrums. Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project takes you on a deep dive into the complex landscape of AI, its implications, ethical concerns, and its transformative role in both private and public sectors.
Key Takeaways:
Understand the multifaceted nature of AI and its applications.
Explore the ethical questions surrounding AI, from data privacy to job displacement.
Discover how AI can serve as a force for good and where it may fall short.
Gain insights into how industries are adopting AI technologies for innovative solutions.
Learn actionable strategies for responsibly integrating AI into your organization or research.
AI can help digest information efficiently, develop creative solutions to complex problems, & more. We will explore using hands-on tools that can be used by marketing teams, tech teams, & more. We will break down what AI is, how it works, & some limitations or challenges.
Securing and Safeguarding Your Library SetupBrian Pichman
We will explore various tools, techniques, & procedures to ensure our environment's safety & security. Leave with a list of ideas you can use today within your library.
Join Brian Pichman and his Consumer Electronic Show (CES) recap. CES is the ultimate tech conference that unveils the latest and greatest in tech gadgets and gizmos. Brian will share his findings of the next must-have technology announced at the event, along with some library partnerships that can help evolve your library’s maker spaces. Learn more about tech trends such as AI, Metaverse, Robotics, and more with some hands-on time with the latest and greatest gadgets.
By now, most people have heard of ChatGPT as a conversational AI that can create conversations and answer questions. This flashy technology has helped introduce AI to the masses, yet this type of conversational AI has been around for almost a while in various formats. This session shows some of the less-known things you can do with AI, such as creating content for your blog/website, creating videos, generating marketing material, tweets, and more. Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project will share some access to technology to let participants play and create AI content to bring back to their library.
STEM Programming Ideas at the Library.pdfBrian Pichman
With all the latest gadgets, gizmos, and everything in between, what are the latest programming ideas within library spaces? How can we use AI in different ways to engage our community? What about low costs or low-tech opportunities? Join Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project as he highlights some awesome programming ideas that you can implement within your library spaces! Bring in more patrons, build more collaboration, and improve your community outreach with some out-of-the-box STEM activities that really get your creative minds flowing.
Dev Dives: Train smarter, not harder – active learning and UiPath LLMs for do...UiPathCommunity
💥 Speed, accuracy, and scaling – discover the superpowers of GenAI in action with UiPath Document Understanding and Communications Mining™:
See how to accelerate model training and optimize model performance with active learning
Learn about the latest enhancements to out-of-the-box document processing – with little to no training required
Get an exclusive demo of the new family of UiPath LLMs – GenAI models specialized for processing different types of documents and messages
This is a hands-on session specifically designed for automation developers and AI enthusiasts seeking to enhance their knowledge in leveraging the latest intelligent document processing capabilities offered by UiPath.
Speakers:
👨🏫 Andras Palfi, Senior Product Manager, UiPath
👩🏫 Lenka Dulovicova, Product Program Manager, UiPath
Software Delivery At the Speed of AI: Inflectra Invests In AI-Powered QualityInflectra
In this insightful webinar, Inflectra explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming software development and testing. Discover how AI-powered tools are revolutionizing every stage of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from design and prototyping to testing, deployment, and monitoring.
Learn about:
• The Future of Testing: How AI is shifting testing towards verification, analysis, and higher-level skills, while reducing repetitive tasks.
• Test Automation: How AI-powered test case generation, optimization, and self-healing tests are making testing more efficient and effective.
• Visual Testing: Explore the emerging capabilities of AI in visual testing and how it's set to revolutionize UI verification.
• Inflectra's AI Solutions: See demonstrations of Inflectra's cutting-edge AI tools like the ChatGPT plugin and Azure Open AI platform, designed to streamline your testing process.
Whether you're a developer, tester, or QA professional, this webinar will give you valuable insights into how AI is shaping the future of software delivery.
Search and Society: Reimagining Information Access for Radical FuturesBhaskar Mitra
The field of Information retrieval (IR) is currently undergoing a transformative shift, at least partly due to the emerging applications of generative AI to information access. In this talk, we will deliberate on the sociotechnical implications of generative AI for information access. We will argue that there is both a critical necessity and an exciting opportunity for the IR community to re-center our research agendas on societal needs while dismantling the artificial separation between the work on fairness, accountability, transparency, and ethics in IR and the rest of IR research. Instead of adopting a reactionary strategy of trying to mitigate potential social harms from emerging technologies, the community should aim to proactively set the research agenda for the kinds of systems we should build inspired by diverse explicitly stated sociotechnical imaginaries. The sociotechnical imaginaries that underpin the design and development of information access technologies needs to be explicitly articulated, and we need to develop theories of change in context of these diverse perspectives. Our guiding future imaginaries must be informed by other academic fields, such as democratic theory and critical theory, and should be co-developed with social science scholars, legal scholars, civil rights and social justice activists, and artists, among others.
Accelerate your Kubernetes clusters with Varnish CachingThijs Feryn
A presentation about the usage and availability of Varnish on Kubernetes. This talk explores the capabilities of Varnish caching and shows how to use the Varnish Helm chart to deploy it to Kubernetes.
This presentation was delivered at K8SUG Singapore. See https://feryn.eu/presentations/accelerate-your-kubernetes-clusters-with-varnish-caching-k8sug-singapore-28-2024 for more details.
Builder.ai Founder Sachin Dev Duggal's Strategic Approach to Create an Innova...Ramesh Iyer
In today's fast-changing business world, Companies that adapt and embrace new ideas often need help to keep up with the competition. However, fostering a culture of innovation takes much work. It takes vision, leadership and willingness to take risks in the right proportion. Sachin Dev Duggal, co-founder of Builder.ai, has perfected the art of this balance, creating a company culture where creativity and growth are nurtured at each stage.
Neuro-symbolic is not enough, we need neuro-*semantic*Frank van Harmelen
Neuro-symbolic (NeSy) AI is on the rise. However, simply machine learning on just any symbolic structure is not sufficient to really harvest the gains of NeSy. These will only be gained when the symbolic structures have an actual semantics. I give an operational definition of semantics as “predictable inference”.
All of this illustrated with link prediction over knowledge graphs, but the argument is general.
Transcript: Selling digital books in 2024: Insights from industry leaders - T...BookNet Canada
The publishing industry has been selling digital audiobooks and ebooks for over a decade and has found its groove. What’s changed? What has stayed the same? Where do we go from here? Join a group of leading sales peers from across the industry for a conversation about the lessons learned since the popularization of digital books, best practices, digital book supply chain management, and more.
Link to video recording: https://bnctechforum.ca/sessions/selling-digital-books-in-2024-insights-from-industry-leaders/
Presented by BookNet Canada on May 28, 2024, with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage.
GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using Deplo...James Anderson
Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
Gopinath Rebala is the CTO of OpsMx, where he has overall responsibility for the machine learning and data processing architectures for Secure Software Delivery. Gopi also has a strong connection with our customers, leading design and architecture for strategic implementations. Gopi is a frequent speaker and well-known leader in continuous delivery and integrating security into software delivery.
Epistemic Interaction - tuning interfaces to provide information for AI supportAlan Dix
Paper presented at SYNERGY workshop at AVI 2024, Genoa, Italy. 3rd June 2024
https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
As machine learning integrates deeper into human-computer interactions, the concept of epistemic interaction emerges, aiming to refine these interactions to enhance system adaptability. This approach encourages minor, intentional adjustments in user behaviour to enrich the data available for system learning. This paper introduces epistemic interaction within the context of human-system communication, illustrating how deliberate interaction design can improve system understanding and adaptation. Through concrete examples, we demonstrate the potential of epistemic interaction to significantly advance human-computer interaction by leveraging intuitive human communication strategies to inform system design and functionality, offering a novel pathway for enriching user-system engagements.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 3DianaGray10
Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 3. In this session, we will cover desktop automation along with UI automation.
Topics covered:
UI automation Introduction,
UI automation Sample
Desktop automation flow
Pradeep Chinnala, Senior Consultant Automation Developer @WonderBotz and UiPath MVP
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
GraphRAG is All You need? LLM & Knowledge GraphGuy Korland
Guy Korland, CEO and Co-founder of FalkorDB, will review two articles on the integration of language models with knowledge graphs.
1. Unifying Large Language Models and Knowledge Graphs: A Roadmap.
https://arxiv.org/abs/2306.08302
2. Microsoft Research's GraphRAG paper and a review paper on various uses of knowledge graphs:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/blog/graphrag-unlocking-llm-discovery-on-narrative-private-data/
5. 5
Did You Know – PEW Research Survey
What do patrons want?
6. 6
Did You Know – PEW Research Survey
How do we capture that missing 38%
7. Building a Public Value
Libraries can no longer be just about “books”; instead
libraries must position themselves as community
anchors; providing for general needs as well as the
endless learning possibilities.
The success of libraries in the future will be determined
by its ability to create stories rather than provide them
Libraries are in a unique position to provide a gateway
to knew experiences, in a safe-to-fail environment
9. Libraries Have To Be
Engaging
Encourage Creativity and Invention
Allow Discovery
Increase Collaboration
Generate Interaction
Foster Innovation
10. 10
Creation and Inventions
Your spaces and tools should allow patrons to foster creative ideas
and build new inventions
11. 11
Discovery
The space and tools need to allow patrons to discover by play and
to discover by experience.
12. 12
Collaboration
Technology is inherently collaborative, bringing people together to
work in unison to solve problems.
13. 13
Interaction
Technology and spaces needs to be interactive and intuitive in order
to thrive in a makerspace.
14. 14
Innovation
Innovation must be an original disruptive act.
15. Key Design Concepts
Adding Color
Art
Have Open and Modular Areas
Furniture
Modularity
16. Adding Color
White = Boring
Think about Parks (typically colorful)
Painting walls is an inexpensive redesign
Use Fun Colors
Be Bold!
Children Areas should use bright attractive colors.
Get your community and staff involved
Having a painting party!
Color alone can make a space look bigger and brighter
17.
18. Art
Have patrons create the art
Donate it to the library
Mix it up as often as you like.
There is no cost.
Patrons (often younger ones)
will feel like their work has
been “published”
Sense of ownership with the
library
They will become marketers
for your library
19. Open Areas
Open Space !
Seating
Tables
Multi Functional Areas
Remove rooms that are used only for specific events:
Activity Rooms, Meeting Rooms, etc
Make these rooms open all the time with something
going on all the time
Larger, open areas allow you to rearrange your space
much easier
20.
21.
22. Furniture
Fun Colors
Use lightweight furniture (easier to move)
Encourage your patrons to rearrange
the space to fit their needs.
23. Furniture for your library
Maker Spaces
People pay a membership to be
part of a
“MakerSpace” where the tools
are
provided for them to build
Community Out Reach
Ask your community for help
Ask local businesses to make
monetary donations towards
new furniture/rooms and let
them advertise on it
If Fifty People Donate Fifty
Dollars =
2,500 = Very Nice New Couch.
24. Modularity
Allows you to always change your environment
Put things on wheels
Desks
…No Need For Shelves To Be On Wheels
Don’t fasten furniture to floor…
no one will be stealing a desk
25.
26. Collection Concepts
Rotating Collection
Provides an “always new” environment
Child Friendly Shelves
Bin style shelving, so children can “flip” through books
Props to show collection (not books)
27. Shelving Ideas
Find books that covers are colorful, and choose
the books that coordinate with that season
Red and Green Books = Christmas
Orange and Black = Halloween
29. Workflow Concepts
Self Check Out Units
Even children are highly receptive to the ability to do
things on their own and utilize technology
Mobile Check Out / Catalog Units
Allow people to use a tablet to either search or check
out material
Standing “Help Desk”
Have one or two people at a single circulation desk
The rest are out on the floor to offer suggestions, help, and
guidance
30. A redesign for a public library
See a virtual tour at
http://tinyurl.com/Evolve-VirtualTour
32. Sphero Ball …. MSRP: $130
Guide Through Library (Follow The Ball)
People Approach The Ball – Curiosity
Easily Programmable
Also Play Tag
33. Lego WeDo’s …. MSRP $130
Simple, Drag and Drop GUI Based Program
There is a nation wide Lego Robotics Contest
Software: $90.00
34. Tiggly Shapes…MSRP $30.00
Uses soft and strong rubber shapes to teach younger
children about shapes in a fun and interactive way, using
an iPad or Android Tablet
35. littleBits… MSRP $100-200
littleBits is an open source library of electronic modules
that snap together with tiny magnets for prototyping,
learning, and fun.
15% off for libraries
36. Cubelets … MSRP: $160
Cubelets are incredibly fun and easy. Build your own
robot in seconds, without any programming.
37. Makey-Makey…MSRP: $49.95
MaKey MaKey is an invention kit for the 21st century. Turn
everyday objects into touchpads and combine them
with the internet. It's a simple Invention Kit for Beginners
and Experts doing art, engineering, and everything in
between
38. Finch…MSRP: $99
The Finch was designed to allow students to write richly
interactive programs. On-board features include:
Light, temperature, and obstacle sensors, Accelerometers,
Motors, Buzzer, Full-color beak LED, Pen mount for drawing
capability, Plugs into USB port - no batteries required
39. Humingbird…MSRP: $200
Hummingbird is designed to enable engineering and
robotics activities for ages 13 and up (10 with adult
supervision) that involve the making of robots, kinetic
sculptures, and animatronics built out of a combination of
kit parts and crafting materials.
41. Empathy Toy…MSRP $150
is a blindfolded puzzle game that can only be solved
when players learn to understand each other.
42. Robo 3D… MSRP: $799
An affordable 3D Printer, allow you students to prototype
new ideas
43. Brown Dog Gadgets: Starting around $5 per kit
Brown Dog Gadgets offers a vast array of awesome, easy
to do, and affordable invention kits. From building simple
robots, to solar powered bugs, to sewing circuits;
everything is possible.
47. Ways To Engage
Your Space
This Can Also Be Used To Promote Space
48. Staff Communication
Get Them Involved In Your Library
Tech
Books
Stories
Get “resident” experts
Cooking
Computing
Fishing…
AND LET THE STUDENTS KNOW WHICH STAFF ARE EXPERTS ON
SPECIFIC HOBBIES
49. Engagement Ideas
Ask these things out of the blue.
Books
Ask them their thoughts
Suggestions for collection
Recommend other reads
Computing
Ask them what games they want to see
Programming
Ask them what programs they like.
Socially
Ask how they are doing.
Homework Help
Offer ways to help them on assignments. Bring them snacks
and beverages. Positive reinforcement.
Remind them a library can be more than just “books”
50. Sphero Ball …. MSRP: $130
Guide Through Library (Follow The Ball)
People Approach The Ball – Curiosity
51. Ubisoft Laser Tag
Score Keeping, Board Projecting Score Board, Laser Tag
Game!
Discover New Places In Libraries Through Objectives
Hunger Games style playing.
52. Miniature Golf
Purchase Cheap Plastic and Foam to setup Paths and
fairways with felt.
Have it throughout the library, engage the participants
through your space.
53. Zombie Movie
Film A Zombie Movie (Cameras and some Face Paint for
Your Library)
54. Other Cool Activities
Library Lockin
Play Games, Watch Movies, Etc.
Teddy Bear Lockin
Children drop off their stuffed animals, and staff
take pictures with their stuffed animals interacting
in the library
Break and Make
Take apart an object and put it back together
UFO – Unfinished Objects
Complete and unfished work – from music, to art,
to technology hardware
Music / Art Show Case
Challenge your users to share their creative works.
56. Evolve: A Library Playground
Fab Lab / “Hackerspace”
A location where people with common interests
(usually in computers, technology, science, or
digital or electronic art) meet, socialize and/or
collaborate.
Can be viewed as open community labs
incorporating elements of workshops and/or
studios where people can come together to share
resources and knowledge to build and make
things and ideas.
Combining the positive & fun aspects of schools,
museums, and playgrounds into one “entity”.
57. Types of Learning Spaces
Collaborative Areas (Either Network Based or In A Room)
Provide Tools (Hardware and/or Software)
Learning Labs or Training Centers
61. Programming
There is a bigger and bigger demand for programmers
Code.Org
Tools:
Scratch for entry programming
Lots of technology now is “open” so you can program
your own ideas to it
65. Video Marketing
Chard Mairn, Librarian/Adjunct Professor at St. Petersburg College started a viral
media marketing tools. Purchased cheap inexpensive flip cams.
73. Donations and Grants
Ask for donations to the project
Name Rooms after Business who sponsor parts of
renovation
Grants
74. Volunteers
Ask People To Help Build Area
Manual Labor
Paint
Move Furniture
Set Up Computers or Furniture
75. Future of Technology
Goals of
Technology
To discover and curate
of information
Value adds (efficiency,
reliability)
To build or discover new
“things”
General Themes
Touch-Based
Gesture-Based
Object Orientated
Wearable Technology
Data Curation /
Predictable
Technologies
Open Source Hardware
76. Touch Based
People want to touch everything
Discover Through Touch
Search Through Touch
Learn Through Touch
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78.
79.
80.
81. Gesture Based
Communicate with Technology Hands Free
Uses multiple cameras to detect depth/movement
Microsoft Kinect
Sites to Explore:
Microsoft Kinect (We Will Demo)
Leap Motion (We Will Also Demo)
PrimeSense
Evoluce
94. 94
Safe To Fail
Environment
Gateways To
New Ideas
Provide New
Tools and
Resources
The Next Big
Entrepreneurial
Startup
In school, your
younger patrons
are not given
opportunities to
learn by failure
or
experimentation
You can spark
interest into
fields such as
engineering,
programming,
business
development…a
nd more
Libraries are
about providing
access. These
tools are not
always easily
accessible for
our patrons.
What if your
library helped
launch the next
big super star in
the competitive
tech
community?
So Why In A Library?
95. Contact Me
Brian Pichman
@bpichman
815.534.0403
bpichman@evolveproject.org
Editor's Notes
Allow your patrons the ability to build things.
Fab Labs/Maker Spaces
With the idea of an open play environment; people will discover new and exciting things on their own.
Fact: You remember things that you discover on your own better than things told directly.
Collaboration allows people to get together to discuss common interests to gain new knowledge.
People will collaborate naturally if centered around something FUN!
Interaction will allow your patrons to learn and grow.
Interaction is necessary to maintain interest in your library’s programs, collection, etc.
Innovation must be an original disruptive act.
Innovation is the embodiment, combination, and/or synthesis of knowledge in novel, relevant, valued new products, processes, or services
Little rolly ball toy that you can control with your smartphone. You could roll one of these little things up to people you want to engage with—maybe an easier way to approach people than walking up to them. Attracts attention, people want to talk and know about it. A great way to break the ice with kids and teens.
Little rolly ball toy that you can control with your smartphone. You could roll one of these little things up to people you want to engage with—maybe an easier way to approach people than walking up to them. Attracts attention, people want to talk and know about it. A great way to break the ice with kids and teens.
We need YOU to help hype YOUR library! We are planning to video record student testimonials regarding the librarys resources and services and would love your input and/or testimonial. And take the video camera away from us! Record your own tour, conduct your own interviews, or do whatever you want to help hype YOUR library.
Take Aways:
Communicate On Their Own Level
Use The Tools They Use To Talk
These are your #1 Marketing Tools!