#16 Library 2.0

Wonderful vision, wonderful articulation of current and future versions of libraries fro 1.0-4.0 and beyond. Remembering that all of our work is still dependent on proven principles of organization and implementation, we must account for creativity and the practical delivery of 2.0 to patrons. So speaking as a Taurus, the most compelling (to me) are the following paragraphs in the articles assigned that come from Michael Stephens, librarian and blogger. . .

Librarian 2.0 controls technolust This librarian does not buy technology for the sake of technology. “Techno-worship” does not exist here. Without a firm foundation in the mission and goals of the institution, new technologies are not implemented for the sake of coolness and status. Technology is put to the test: Does it meet the users need in a new or improved way? Does it create a useful service for putting users together with the information and experience they seek? These are some of the questions this librarian asks when planning for technology. This librarian creates and nurtures a living, breathing technology plan.

Librarian 2.0 makes good, yet fast decisions This librarian recognizes how quickly the world and library users change with advancing technology. Project timelines that stretch on for months simply do not work in Library 2.0 thinking. Perpetual beta works well for the library’s Web presence. This librarian redesigns for ease of use, user involvement and easily added/re-configured pieces. This librarian brings evidence to the table for planning sessions and decision making, such as recent studies from Pew, articles from professional and scholarly journals and a synthesis of on topic postings from the biblioblogosphere.