This document discusses how libraries can engage with patrons through social media. It argues that in 1998 libraries focused on information but now in 2008 they should focus on community and collaboration by embracing social tools like Flickr, YouTube, and social networking sites. The document provides examples of libraries using these tools to engage patrons, encourage participation and discussion, embed in the local community, enable collaboration on projects, explore new communities, and empower patrons to celebrate the library.
1. Engage: Librarees & Social Media Helene Blowers Director of Digital Strategy Columbus Metropolitan Library LibraryBytes.com http://www.flickr.com/photos/jjjohn/2387534678/
6. “ Web 2.0 generally refers to a second generation of services available on the WWW that lets people collaborate and share information online .” - Wikipedia.com Shared Bookmarks = Shared Videos = Shared Everything = “ Social media is the use of electronic and Internet tools for the purpose of sharing and discussing information and experiences with other human beings.” - Wikipedia.com Shared Pictures = Shared Knowledge = Shared News =