Library 2.0: Life as a Twopointopian
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The document discusses the concept of Library 2.0 and making libraries more interactive, collaborative, and driven by community needs. It notes that libraries should make their physical and virtual spaces more relevant to what people want and need in their daily lives to make the library a destination rather than an afterthought. The document questions whether the current approach really achieves the goals of Library 2.0 or just pays lip service to the concept.
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"Learn about all the ways Walmart supports nonprofit organizations.
You will hear from Liz Willett, the Head of Nonprofits, and hear about what Walmart is doing to help nonprofits, including Walmart Business and Spark Good. Walmart Business+ is a new offer for nonprofits that offers discounts and also streamlines nonprofits order and expense tracking, saving time and money.
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Librarians are leading the way in creating future-ready citizens – now we need to update our spaces to match. In this session, attendees will get inspiration for transforming their library spaces. You’ll learn how to survey students and patrons, create a focus group, and use design thinking to brainstorm ideas for your space. We’ll discuss budget friendly ways to change your space as well as how to find funding. No matter where you’re at, you’ll find ideas for reimagining your space in this session.
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- 1. Library 2.0 Life as a Twopointopian John Blyberg, Darien Library, Darien, CT www.blyberg.net Nov 30, 2007 ACRL/NY - Baruch College
- 2. Are we here... ...or are we here? Source: www.opte.org
- 3. We don’t always need to understand the big picture... ...we just need to know how to be part of it.
- 4. Is this Library 2.0? (I fscking hope not!)