The document discusses how technology will impact the future of libraries and librarianship. It notes that physical library spaces will become more flexible as collections shrink and move online, allowing for new technologies and community spaces. Technologies will change how information is accessed and processed, requiring librarians to take on new roles in digital organization and navigation. The future of libraries will involve greater collaboration between institutions and harnessing technological advances while maintaining flexibility.

1. How Technology will Impact
the future of Libraries and
Librarianship
By Margaret Ganger
Margaret.ganger@eagles.usm.edu
LIS 557
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2. Quote:
“The more that you read,
the more things you will
know. The more that you
learn, the more places
you’ll go.”
Dr. Seuss
www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/61105.Dr_Seuss
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3. What will the Physical Space of
the library be in the future?
Future Technologies will enable:
• Greater flexibility in library spaces as
collections shrink.
• More information will be stored on-
line.
• Allow user access to new technologies.
• Be community centers with creative
spaces for multiple activities.
• Remain information seeking
establishments.
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4. Technology, E-Services, and Digitization
Effects libraries:
•Physical spaces
•Services
•Scholarly publishing industry
•Economics related to library collections
•Provides for social networking and
gaming
•Changing how users perceive and
process information
•Allows for more computer stations for
users
Corbett, T. (2011). The Changing Role of the School Library’s
Physical Space. School Library Monthly/, XXVII(7), 5-7. Retrieved
February 25, 2012, from the EBSCOhost database.
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5. Modern Physical Spaces
USC Libraries :: Science & Engineering
Library
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6. Physical spaces of the Library
In Library Journal’s, Future-Proof Design by William M.
Brown physical spaces in a library are described as:
Lovable
Responsible
Energy Productive
Perpetually significant
Resource abundant
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7. New Technology and Information
Processes are changing:
 Libraries:
 By mobile catalog access
 Two-way text communication, reference, and podcasts
 Library Services:
 Print on demand
 Inter-library loan services
 Librarians:
 Will become more important
 Will manage digital organization and preservation
 Will aid in navigating metadata
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8. Technology in School Libraries
Incorporation of Literacy
programs by:
 Evaluation of websites
 Involvement in social
networking
 Blogging
 Creation of multimedia
presentations
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age/25675857/M_S_Willsmiton_2
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9. E-Research
E-Research initiatives show a shift from
printed artifacts to a digital culture.
Printed journal On-line journal
Electronic Research
Communities
Traditional
Ebooks
Books
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10. Beyond the Physical Spaces
• Libraries must to remain flexible and open to change.
• Libraries of the future will have a unique mission that
goes beyond its physical location.
• Libraries and librarians will play an important role in
harnessing technological advances.
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11. The Future is Collaboration
 In human relationships
 With interactions between
librarians and library users.
 In user participation and
input will drive
technology, services, desig
n of physical and digital
spaces.
 Collaboration will become
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a common and important
understand-collaboration / focus.
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12. Collaboration
Will include:
 Universities
 Research Institutions
 Publishing Industry
 Library Consortia
 Combining of schools,
libraries, museums, and
the digital world
http://www.5elementsrpo.com/2011/08/competition-
verses-collaboration/
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13. Conclusion
 Technology is changing from print to electronic
 Technology is altering the way people create, find, and
process information
 Technology is forcing libraries to revise their
philosophies, missions, and processes
 Technology will continue to affect user needs
 Technology shapes library’s physical spaces, and requires
flexibility, development of innovative programs, and
adaptable services.
 Technology allows formation of collaboration and
partnerships to aid in economic issues, professional
development, and services.
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14. Sources:
 Hendrix, J. C. (2010, February 1). Checking Out The Future. American
Library Association. Retrieved February 25, 2012, from
www.ala.org/offices/sites/ala.org.offices/files/content/oitp/publication
s/policybriefs/ala_checking_out_the.pdf
 Mashriqi, K. (2011). Implementing Technology and Gaming Lessons in
a School Library. Knowledge Quest, 40(1, Sept/Oct), 24-28. Retrieved
February 25, 2012, from the Wilson Web database.
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15. Thank you for your
attention.
Any Questions?
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