Vod Cast Anyone? In the article entitled "Emerging Technologies Changing Public Library Service Delivery Models" I was exposed to a technology called a VOD cast. A VOD cast is a video version of a podcast. A video on demand in the library that will assist in illustrating information and reach out to the community. This is an exciting development for people outside of the "readers only club" of most libraries. For the visual learner, it will provide a greater opportunity and interest in utilizing the library.
You Can Run But You Can't Hide The article examining social software in teacher education was primarily about the social softward opportunities found in FaceBook or MySpace. The sentence in this article that struck me was the following, "Both authors also highlight the importance of a strong pedagogical backing for the technology integration." I could see a bad teacher attempting to hide their weaknesses with technology. A teacher lost in the latest tech buzz. In contrast, a good teacher will always be a good teacher and properly look for ways to improve and enhance their teaching with technology.
When 2.0 Is More Than A "C" The web, library, and teen service 2.0 article gave insight into the movement of 2.0. 2.0 is a focus on how content is created, distributed and disseminated. It is the next step in library evolution. Okay, it's true, I must confess I would check out 45's at the local library in Reedley (that's the small vinyl records kids). The 2.0 service in the library may be the key from keeping the library from becoming a museum. The public library like the teaching profession must reach out and understand its young audience.
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I think it is interesting to hear about how librarians are re-thinking their jobs. It is the same job - helping people get information - but now it doesn't rely on pulling books off of shelves.
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