How to Become a Thought Leader in Your NicheLeslie Samuel
Are bloggers thought leaders? Here are some tips on how you can become one. Provide great value, put awesome content out there on a regular basis, and help others.
This document outlines the benefits of transitioning a library to digital. It discusses assessing patron needs, acquiring digital books and readers, restructuring the catalog, and providing portability, preservation, and up-to-date materials. Benefits include 24/7 access from any location and tools to help struggling readers. Going digital reduces environmental impact and energy usage compared to print. Recommended technology upgrades include Kindle and Sony readers, desktops with large monitors and headphones. Accessibility tools are available for text interaction, multiple languages and adjustable displays. Experts are available every step of the way to help with the transition.
The document announces the upcoming American Library Association 2010 Annual Conference to take place from June 24-28, 2010 at the Washington Convention Center in Washington. It also advertises for book2net, who will be exhibiting their new book2net Spirit book scanner at booth 1002. The book2net Spirit is described as the first entry level, high resolution book scanner that provides benefits such as an unrivaled price performance ratio, green and clean technology, reduced waste from copies, fast and simple public use, reliability, no installation costs, reduced maintenance, and significant less energy consumption.
The book2net Spirit is a high-resolution book scanner for public use that is easy to operate, gentle on books, and reduces operating costs for libraries. It allows patrons to simply place an open book on the scanner cradle to receive a high-quality digital image file in under a second with no software to learn. The Spirit uses less energy than photocopiers and needs little maintenance. It has an integrated touchscreen and can generate revenue through cost recovery programs without costs to the library.
The document discusses emerging trends in library networks in the new millennium, including the growth of digital resources and collections, developments in digital library technologies, and the future of networked digital resources. Some key points discussed are the exponential growth of information, transition from physical to digital media, consortium approaches for accessing content, developing digital collections and repositories, and emerging technologies like semantic retrieval and knowledge sharing platforms. The future of library networks is envisioned to include fluid and transient multimedia resources, free and flexible virtual information spaces, global and personalized access, and more emphasis on informal knowledge exchange and social relationships.
This document discusses eBooks and the production process for eBooks at FEUP. It outlines the current production cycle, which is resource-intensive and involves slow information exchange between contributors. The goal is to develop a web-based tool to facilitate automated information interaction and streamline the process. The proposed tool would have a three-layer architecture and features like drag-and-drop interfaces and pedagogically-oriented eBook design. Future work includes using standards like IMS for content structure and metadata, and producing outputs in HTML, SCORM, and PDF formats.
This document discusses eBooks and the process of publishing eBooks at FEUP. It outlines the current production cycle and motivates the need for a new production cycle using a collaborative tool. The proposed tool would use a three-layer architecture with a web-based interface to facilitate information sharing between authors, editors, and other roles in a more efficient manner. Future work is aimed at implementing standards for content structure and metadata and developing output interfaces for various formats.
This document discusses eBooks and the process of publishing eBooks at FEUP. It outlines the current production cycle and motivates the need for a new production cycle using a collaborative tool. The proposed tool would use a three-layer architecture with a web-based interface to facilitate information sharing between authors, designers, and other roles in the eBook production process. Future work is aimed at implementing standards for content structure and metadata and developing output interfaces for various eBook and eLearning platforms.
How to Become a Thought Leader in Your NicheLeslie Samuel
Are bloggers thought leaders? Here are some tips on how you can become one. Provide great value, put awesome content out there on a regular basis, and help others.
This document outlines the benefits of transitioning a library to digital. It discusses assessing patron needs, acquiring digital books and readers, restructuring the catalog, and providing portability, preservation, and up-to-date materials. Benefits include 24/7 access from any location and tools to help struggling readers. Going digital reduces environmental impact and energy usage compared to print. Recommended technology upgrades include Kindle and Sony readers, desktops with large monitors and headphones. Accessibility tools are available for text interaction, multiple languages and adjustable displays. Experts are available every step of the way to help with the transition.
The document announces the upcoming American Library Association 2010 Annual Conference to take place from June 24-28, 2010 at the Washington Convention Center in Washington. It also advertises for book2net, who will be exhibiting their new book2net Spirit book scanner at booth 1002. The book2net Spirit is described as the first entry level, high resolution book scanner that provides benefits such as an unrivaled price performance ratio, green and clean technology, reduced waste from copies, fast and simple public use, reliability, no installation costs, reduced maintenance, and significant less energy consumption.
The book2net Spirit is a high-resolution book scanner for public use that is easy to operate, gentle on books, and reduces operating costs for libraries. It allows patrons to simply place an open book on the scanner cradle to receive a high-quality digital image file in under a second with no software to learn. The Spirit uses less energy than photocopiers and needs little maintenance. It has an integrated touchscreen and can generate revenue through cost recovery programs without costs to the library.
The document discusses emerging trends in library networks in the new millennium, including the growth of digital resources and collections, developments in digital library technologies, and the future of networked digital resources. Some key points discussed are the exponential growth of information, transition from physical to digital media, consortium approaches for accessing content, developing digital collections and repositories, and emerging technologies like semantic retrieval and knowledge sharing platforms. The future of library networks is envisioned to include fluid and transient multimedia resources, free and flexible virtual information spaces, global and personalized access, and more emphasis on informal knowledge exchange and social relationships.
This document discusses eBooks and the production process for eBooks at FEUP. It outlines the current production cycle, which is resource-intensive and involves slow information exchange between contributors. The goal is to develop a web-based tool to facilitate automated information interaction and streamline the process. The proposed tool would have a three-layer architecture and features like drag-and-drop interfaces and pedagogically-oriented eBook design. Future work includes using standards like IMS for content structure and metadata, and producing outputs in HTML, SCORM, and PDF formats.
This document discusses eBooks and the process of publishing eBooks at FEUP. It outlines the current production cycle and motivates the need for a new production cycle using a collaborative tool. The proposed tool would use a three-layer architecture with a web-based interface to facilitate information sharing between authors, editors, and other roles in a more efficient manner. Future work is aimed at implementing standards for content structure and metadata and developing output interfaces for various formats.
This document discusses eBooks and the process of publishing eBooks at FEUP. It outlines the current production cycle and motivates the need for a new production cycle using a collaborative tool. The proposed tool would use a three-layer architecture with a web-based interface to facilitate information sharing between authors, designers, and other roles in the eBook production process. Future work is aimed at implementing standards for content structure and metadata and developing output interfaces for various eBook and eLearning platforms.
This document discusses eBooks and the process of publishing eBooks at FEUP. It outlines the current production cycle and motivates the need for change to a more efficient process. A proposed tool is described that would provide a centralized web-based environment for collaborative content creation and management between authors, designers, and other roles. The tool would use standards like IMS for content packaging and metadata to facilitate storage and output to eLearning systems and eBook formats. Future work is aimed at implementing pedagogically organized reusable learning objects and integrating with production tools.
LSDigital is an “Add-on” item to LibSys software and thus is fully compatible with LibSys. The entire process is fully automated thereby requiring minimum effort by the user and integration with LibSys database is implicit. It provides great benefits to the users who would be able to search both digitized and non-digitized library collection through a common library OPAC
Technologies used in a library : problems and solutionsSelim Reza Bappy
This document discusses the use of technology in libraries. It begins with definitions of libraries and technology. It then discusses how libraries are undergoing changes to integrate new technologies, including using library management systems, online public access catalogs, RFID tags, scanners, email services, and more. Some challenges of technology adoption are also outlined, such as financial and staffing issues. The document concludes that libraries must continue adopting new technologies to remain relevant and attract users in the modern world.
Prioritizing Digitization by Marc Holtman (City Archives Amsterdam), British ...Marc Holtman
The document summarizes the history and strategy of digitization efforts at the Amsterdam City Archives. It describes moving from small-scale digitization of highlights to a large-scale "scan everything" approach. This was triggered by declining in-person visitors and increasing user demand for digital access. The strategy shifted to prioritizing digitization of documents requested by users through an online inventory system. Efforts were also made to reduce costs through standardized workflows, optimal file sizes and quality standards tailored to document type and use.
This document summarizes emerging and future technologies that may impact libraries, including 3D printers, tablets, smart watches, big data, crowdfunding, WiFi improvements, gigabit networks, e-paper printers, augmented reality like Google Glass, 4K and 8K TVs, the Internet of Things, contact lens displays, wireless charging over distances, transmitting data through the body, and wireless internet access via high-altitude balloons or light bulbs. The document also discusses technologies on the nearer horizon like faster wireless connectivity standards, the use of TV white spaces for internet access with greater range, and transmitting data at multi-gigabit speeds through light.
This document summarizes Denise O'Shea's presentation on eBooks, eReaders, and their impact on libraries. It provides an overview of eBooks and various eReader models, and discusses benefits and limitations. It also describes Fairleigh Dickinson University's eReader pilot project, which loans Kindle, Sony, and iPod Touch devices to collect student and faculty feedback. Initial survey results found the Kindle was easiest to use and most satisfying, while students preferred eTextbooks over print. The project aims to enhance the library's image and investigate eReaders' educational potential.
Denk- en Discussiedag 2014 Lezing Frank DanielBibnet vzw
This document summarizes a presentation on e-book lending through public libraries in Germany. It discusses the growth of e-book lending since 2007 through a centralized service. Key points include how the service works by negotiating licenses with publishers and allowing patrons to download digital files for a limited time. Challenges addressed are limited formats, devices, and loan periods supported as well as the need for improved technology integration. The presentation also reviews promotion efforts and the future outlook, hoping for new license models, easier technology, and more compatibility.
The document describes the Artificial Technology Center (ATC) and its main component, the AiDigital Library. The ATC aims to advance broadband internet applications through research projects. Its goals are to quickly develop new profitable products and technologies for the emerging high-bandwidth internet. The AiDigital Library serves as the ATC's main development tool - it will integrate a physical library space with online resources to create an environment for testing new applications and assessing their usefulness. The library will require innovative hardware and software to allow rich control and interaction with internet content through devices like TVs, sound systems, and displays.
Technology in Libraries: What's Next (09/2013)Michael Sauers
This document discusses emerging and future technologies relevant to libraries, including content management systems, 3D printers, WiFi improvements, super WiFi, the Internet of Things using RFID/NFC, LiFi using lightbulbs, wireless electricity and charging, data transfer through the body, and more. It covers technologies currently in libraries and on the near horizon, as well as some futuristic concepts like contact lens displays and identifying users by their biometric password. The document was presented by Michael Sauers at the 2013 NELS Annual Meeting to explore new technologies and their potential applications and impacts in libraries.
Designing Smart Things: user experience design for networked devicesMike Kuniavsky
In this workshop Mike Kuniavsky, author of "Smart Things: ubiquitous computing user experience design" introduces concepts of user experience design for the post-PC/post-phone world.
How do you design experiences that transcend a single device, or even a family of devices? How do you create experiences that exist simultaneously in your hand and in the cloud?
Using plentiful examples drawn from cutting edge products and the history of technology, the workshop describes underlying trends, shows the latest developments and asks broader questions.
This presentation introduces fundamental concepts of ubiquitous computing user experience design and specific techniques for designing services and interfaces.
Topics include:
- Design for multiple scales
- Design for services used by multiple devices
- Rethinking everyday objects and experiences
- Understanding use context
This document discusses online libraries and their advantages and disadvantages. It begins by defining an online library as an organized collection of digitized materials that provides access to thousands of up-to-date articles and books. It then lists the main types of online libraries as science, technical, journals, and books libraries. The document outlines requirements for online libraries such as audiovisual equipment, computers, network access, printers, scanners, storage devices, and software. It concludes by noting that while online libraries provide benefits like easy searchability and lower costs, their initial setup costs are high and they pose issues around copyright, bandwidth, and digital preservation.
This document summarizes the EOD (Electronic On Demand) service, which allows individual users to request the digitization of books. The service is coordinated by the University of Innsbruck Library and has over 20 member libraries from 10 countries. It maintains a central database where libraries can view and fulfill digitization orders from their own collections. On average, it delivers digitized books within 7 days at a cost of 5-10 euros per order. User feedback indicates the EOD service provides fast access to otherwise inaccessible materials and that the digital files are of good quality. Future plans include expanding access for blind and visually impaired users and creating fully searchable eBooks.
11 Design Strategies Of The Next Decadedesignsojourn
1) Technology influences product design and designers will continue bridging technology and users.
2) Products will evolve based on understanding user needs and engagement. Personalization and customization will be common as people treat electronics as valuable personal items.
3) Designers must balance letting users control design with collecting user data that may differ from actual preferences, and creating flexible products that provide user choice.
Bibliotheca is dedicated to the development of solutions that help sustain and grow libraries around the world. Our products are designed to provide a welcoming, intuitive and seamless environment for those that use the library – wherever they chose to use it - be that at home, on the move or within the foundation of the library itself.
- the application of the skills of electronic publishing and its mechanisms from the beginning and until the arrival of the source to the target groups.2 - briefing programs used for electronic publishing and the ability to evaluate to determine the most appropriate for the target.3 - the ability to know the areas that should be employed in electronic publishing, media type appropriate for that.
This document discusses electronic publishing and digitization standards and processes. It covers:
1. Content recruitment for electronic publishing, including identifying organization needs and partnerships, memorandums of agreement, and education.
2. Foundations and steps for digitization projects, including planning, goals, audiences, work plans, staffing, and budgets.
3. Standards for digitizing different media types like photos, audio, documents. It discusses scanning methods, resolution, file formats and embedded metadata.
4. Organizations that provide digitization guidelines and standards like FADGI and initiatives to support Arabic digital content.
ICT tools like computers, software, networks and applications have enabled libraries to improve services and manage information more effectively. Libraries use ICT for acquisition, cataloguing, circulation and other functions. Key benefits of ICT in libraries include easier and faster information retrieval, remote access, space savings and improved productivity. Common ICT tools used in libraries are databases, the internet, social media, RFID, digital libraries and library automation software. ICT allows for resource sharing between libraries and preservation of materials in digital formats.
The document discusses various input, storage, processing, output, networking, programming and web development devices and tools. It provides details on the Magic Trackpad, SanDisk SSD drives in ASUS tablets, optical diodes for information processing, Antec sound science speakers, WiFi range extenders, wireless pacemaker programming devices, websites development tools, databases, internet browsers and the history of early web browsers like WorldWideWeb, ViolaWWW and Mosaic.
This document discusses eBooks and the process of publishing eBooks at FEUP. It outlines the current production cycle and motivates the need for change to a more efficient process. A proposed tool is described that would provide a centralized web-based environment for collaborative content creation and management between authors, designers, and other roles. The tool would use standards like IMS for content packaging and metadata to facilitate storage and output to eLearning systems and eBook formats. Future work is aimed at implementing pedagogically organized reusable learning objects and integrating with production tools.
LSDigital is an “Add-on” item to LibSys software and thus is fully compatible with LibSys. The entire process is fully automated thereby requiring minimum effort by the user and integration with LibSys database is implicit. It provides great benefits to the users who would be able to search both digitized and non-digitized library collection through a common library OPAC
Technologies used in a library : problems and solutionsSelim Reza Bappy
This document discusses the use of technology in libraries. It begins with definitions of libraries and technology. It then discusses how libraries are undergoing changes to integrate new technologies, including using library management systems, online public access catalogs, RFID tags, scanners, email services, and more. Some challenges of technology adoption are also outlined, such as financial and staffing issues. The document concludes that libraries must continue adopting new technologies to remain relevant and attract users in the modern world.
Prioritizing Digitization by Marc Holtman (City Archives Amsterdam), British ...Marc Holtman
The document summarizes the history and strategy of digitization efforts at the Amsterdam City Archives. It describes moving from small-scale digitization of highlights to a large-scale "scan everything" approach. This was triggered by declining in-person visitors and increasing user demand for digital access. The strategy shifted to prioritizing digitization of documents requested by users through an online inventory system. Efforts were also made to reduce costs through standardized workflows, optimal file sizes and quality standards tailored to document type and use.
This document summarizes emerging and future technologies that may impact libraries, including 3D printers, tablets, smart watches, big data, crowdfunding, WiFi improvements, gigabit networks, e-paper printers, augmented reality like Google Glass, 4K and 8K TVs, the Internet of Things, contact lens displays, wireless charging over distances, transmitting data through the body, and wireless internet access via high-altitude balloons or light bulbs. The document also discusses technologies on the nearer horizon like faster wireless connectivity standards, the use of TV white spaces for internet access with greater range, and transmitting data at multi-gigabit speeds through light.
This document summarizes Denise O'Shea's presentation on eBooks, eReaders, and their impact on libraries. It provides an overview of eBooks and various eReader models, and discusses benefits and limitations. It also describes Fairleigh Dickinson University's eReader pilot project, which loans Kindle, Sony, and iPod Touch devices to collect student and faculty feedback. Initial survey results found the Kindle was easiest to use and most satisfying, while students preferred eTextbooks over print. The project aims to enhance the library's image and investigate eReaders' educational potential.
Denk- en Discussiedag 2014 Lezing Frank DanielBibnet vzw
This document summarizes a presentation on e-book lending through public libraries in Germany. It discusses the growth of e-book lending since 2007 through a centralized service. Key points include how the service works by negotiating licenses with publishers and allowing patrons to download digital files for a limited time. Challenges addressed are limited formats, devices, and loan periods supported as well as the need for improved technology integration. The presentation also reviews promotion efforts and the future outlook, hoping for new license models, easier technology, and more compatibility.
The document describes the Artificial Technology Center (ATC) and its main component, the AiDigital Library. The ATC aims to advance broadband internet applications through research projects. Its goals are to quickly develop new profitable products and technologies for the emerging high-bandwidth internet. The AiDigital Library serves as the ATC's main development tool - it will integrate a physical library space with online resources to create an environment for testing new applications and assessing their usefulness. The library will require innovative hardware and software to allow rich control and interaction with internet content through devices like TVs, sound systems, and displays.
Technology in Libraries: What's Next (09/2013)Michael Sauers
This document discusses emerging and future technologies relevant to libraries, including content management systems, 3D printers, WiFi improvements, super WiFi, the Internet of Things using RFID/NFC, LiFi using lightbulbs, wireless electricity and charging, data transfer through the body, and more. It covers technologies currently in libraries and on the near horizon, as well as some futuristic concepts like contact lens displays and identifying users by their biometric password. The document was presented by Michael Sauers at the 2013 NELS Annual Meeting to explore new technologies and their potential applications and impacts in libraries.
Designing Smart Things: user experience design for networked devicesMike Kuniavsky
In this workshop Mike Kuniavsky, author of "Smart Things: ubiquitous computing user experience design" introduces concepts of user experience design for the post-PC/post-phone world.
How do you design experiences that transcend a single device, or even a family of devices? How do you create experiences that exist simultaneously in your hand and in the cloud?
Using plentiful examples drawn from cutting edge products and the history of technology, the workshop describes underlying trends, shows the latest developments and asks broader questions.
This presentation introduces fundamental concepts of ubiquitous computing user experience design and specific techniques for designing services and interfaces.
Topics include:
- Design for multiple scales
- Design for services used by multiple devices
- Rethinking everyday objects and experiences
- Understanding use context
This document discusses online libraries and their advantages and disadvantages. It begins by defining an online library as an organized collection of digitized materials that provides access to thousands of up-to-date articles and books. It then lists the main types of online libraries as science, technical, journals, and books libraries. The document outlines requirements for online libraries such as audiovisual equipment, computers, network access, printers, scanners, storage devices, and software. It concludes by noting that while online libraries provide benefits like easy searchability and lower costs, their initial setup costs are high and they pose issues around copyright, bandwidth, and digital preservation.
This document summarizes the EOD (Electronic On Demand) service, which allows individual users to request the digitization of books. The service is coordinated by the University of Innsbruck Library and has over 20 member libraries from 10 countries. It maintains a central database where libraries can view and fulfill digitization orders from their own collections. On average, it delivers digitized books within 7 days at a cost of 5-10 euros per order. User feedback indicates the EOD service provides fast access to otherwise inaccessible materials and that the digital files are of good quality. Future plans include expanding access for blind and visually impaired users and creating fully searchable eBooks.
11 Design Strategies Of The Next Decadedesignsojourn
1) Technology influences product design and designers will continue bridging technology and users.
2) Products will evolve based on understanding user needs and engagement. Personalization and customization will be common as people treat electronics as valuable personal items.
3) Designers must balance letting users control design with collecting user data that may differ from actual preferences, and creating flexible products that provide user choice.
Bibliotheca is dedicated to the development of solutions that help sustain and grow libraries around the world. Our products are designed to provide a welcoming, intuitive and seamless environment for those that use the library – wherever they chose to use it - be that at home, on the move or within the foundation of the library itself.
- the application of the skills of electronic publishing and its mechanisms from the beginning and until the arrival of the source to the target groups.2 - briefing programs used for electronic publishing and the ability to evaluate to determine the most appropriate for the target.3 - the ability to know the areas that should be employed in electronic publishing, media type appropriate for that.
This document discusses electronic publishing and digitization standards and processes. It covers:
1. Content recruitment for electronic publishing, including identifying organization needs and partnerships, memorandums of agreement, and education.
2. Foundations and steps for digitization projects, including planning, goals, audiences, work plans, staffing, and budgets.
3. Standards for digitizing different media types like photos, audio, documents. It discusses scanning methods, resolution, file formats and embedded metadata.
4. Organizations that provide digitization guidelines and standards like FADGI and initiatives to support Arabic digital content.
ICT tools like computers, software, networks and applications have enabled libraries to improve services and manage information more effectively. Libraries use ICT for acquisition, cataloguing, circulation and other functions. Key benefits of ICT in libraries include easier and faster information retrieval, remote access, space savings and improved productivity. Common ICT tools used in libraries are databases, the internet, social media, RFID, digital libraries and library automation software. ICT allows for resource sharing between libraries and preservation of materials in digital formats.
The document discusses various input, storage, processing, output, networking, programming and web development devices and tools. It provides details on the Magic Trackpad, SanDisk SSD drives in ASUS tablets, optical diodes for information processing, Antec sound science speakers, WiFi range extenders, wireless pacemaker programming devices, websites development tools, databases, internet browsers and the history of early web browsers like WorldWideWeb, ViolaWWW and Mosaic.
1. book2net - SPIRIT “ INTRODUCING” THE FIRST ENTRY LEVEL HIGH RESOLUTION BOOK SCANNER TO REPLACE COPIERS IN LIBRARY READING ROOMS
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4. Successful Global Supplier Book2Net Technology Over 400 installations Worldwide Leading Institutions including: The Library of Congress The British Library National Archive of Sweden Bavarian State Library Austrian National Library National Digital Library of Poland Central Library of Zurich State Library of Germany
5. 400 installations including - Leading Universities University of Toronto McGill University Waterloo University Laval University Carleton University Saint Paul University Windsor University Northern University University of Ottawa University of West Virginia University of Munich University of Zurich
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8. The paper industry ranks 4th in contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, … .and contributes 9% of the manufacturing sector ’ s carbon emissions. Sustainability
9. Eliminate Copiers – Need for Change With all the office paper we waste every year we could build a 12-foot high wall of paper from New York to California
10. Sustainability If the U.S could cut office paper use by just 10% it would prevent the emission of 1.6 million tons of greenhouse gases (the equivalent of taking 280,000 cars off the road). Paper and Cardboard make up to 73 percent of material in Landfills
12. Concerns of the Library Preservation Accessibility Fragile Materials Copyright Inter Library Loans Sustainability Changing trends of your Patrons/Students ebook readers Ipods Laptops/Netbooks
13. Less than 5% of the Worlds Books are available online… Do your patrons really want copies?
14. Technology Libraries must provide information in a format that their patrons require….
25. Who are the Content Providers? Are the Search Engines the True Content Providers??? Until now, only Commercial Enterprises or well funded Academic Libraries could fund digitization…
26. Libraries are in the Information Business The Spirit Levels the Playing Field. Local Heritage Information that’s of interest to the Local Community Genealogical Records Local Libraries house the Content of the Community
27. Get the “ SPIRIT” in your Library… Digital Solution Provides Access to Collections Gentle on Fragile Books Embedded Touch Screen Easy to Use Copyright Waiver Watermark Option Email directly Cost Recovery Integration Silent Operation No Maintenance No Supplies Digital Solution Provides Access to Collections Gentle on Fragile Books Embedded Touch Screen Easy to Use Copyright Waiver Watermark Option Email directly Cost Recovery Integration Silent Operation No Maintenance No Supplies
28. How can we help get the “Spirit” in your Library?