1. New Technology for Heritage Preservation and Local Information Resource Sharing: Web 2.0 Dr Joseph D Reilly 22 September 2006

2. OUR GOALS FOR TODAY  Understanding global content/organization trends  Understanding global technology trends  Implications for libraries and learning  New opportunities for change: distinguishing our services

3. A Brief History of Libraries: Content and More Content  The Holy Grail has been to mimic the great library of Alexandria: a physical warehouse of knowledge

4. A Brief History of Libraries: Content and More Content  Libraries traditionally viewed technology as part of their collection: books, film and AV, databases, etc.  Assumption is that libraries keep their core values and do not have to change.  Throughout these changes, libraries have maintained a “Gatekeeper” model of service: manage access to content of all formats, and ensure users of authenticity.

5. Along came the internet…  The First Wave of how libraries managed the internet:  Add more stuff  OPAC  Databases/E-Journals/E-Books/Open Source  Integration of new media content into collections  Links with other libraries, improved resource sharing  Validate quality and authenticity of internet information  But the Web has changed…

6. The New Internet: Web 2.0 Revolutions What is Web 2.0?  The Web as Platform hosting software applications and content

7. The New Internet: Web 2.0 Revolutions 3 Levels of Change: changes in the software running the devices (web-based, portable, written for multiple devices); changes in the physical devices; and changes in the structure of the content.  DEVICE Independence And LOCATION Independence Means Same Content on Any Device in Any Location: Portable, Miniature, Wireless/Mobile

8. The New Internet: Web 2.0 Revolutions Content is the Next “Intel Inside”  Unlimited Bandwidth: Massive amounts of content are moving with increasing speed and decreasing cost. This has changed the nature of available data and reduced wait time.

9. What does it mean for libraries?  Global similarity in collections: same subscriptions, same databases, etc.  Librarians were the mediators that helped patrons navigate massive collections and resources  Now patrons control the content with new tools to personalize information for their exact needs. It’s faster and more accurate than we are. And users LIKE IT!  Result: Users can build their own customized libraries filled with bookmarks, RSS feeds, podcasts, blogs, etc.

10. The New Internet: User Control Revolutions in Web 2.0  WIKIS  BLOGS  RSS  PODCASTING  FOLKSONOMIES  MY SPACE/MY YAHOO/MY GOOGLE

11. Distinguishing Libraries: Integration with Learning Services and Administration Administrative/Internal Organization  E-Office: multi-department integration  E-Procurement: taking advantage of internet- based sales and distribution for improved budget management  Technical Processing: inventory control, tagging/cataloging  Aiding Public Relations and University/Institutional Leadership with News Tracking and Research

12. Distinguishing Libraries: Integration with Learning Services and Administration Educational Services: Cooperate with Deans, Cooperate with Instructors, Cooperate with University Leadership  Host More Student Services: Tutorials and Self-directed learning, Campus Activities/Student Council, Health Services, Cafes  Develop digital access to Special Collections & Community History: Kiosks/Dedicated terminals, regular exhibitions with community participation  Integration of content with e-learning modules for improved distance education programs and self-directed learning  Research partnerships: full participation with faculties on research projects and institutional grant proposals to promote entrepreneurial and community partnerships