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New top technologies every librarian needs to know / by Varnum, Kenneth J.,1967-editor.(CARDINAL)802083;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Each chapter describes a technology or trend as it exists in the world in early 2018; how it is being used in libraries, archives, or museums; and then the future of the technology or trend as the author envisions it.
Subjects: Libraries; Libraries and the Internet.; Digital libraries.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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More technology for the rest of us : a second primer on computing for the non-IT librarian / by Courtney, Nancy.(CARDINAL)295757;
MARCIVE 2/2/12Includes bibliographical references and index.Web services / Jason A. Clark -- Digital data preservation and curation / H. Frank Cervone -- Cloud computing : distributed power, remote storage, and Web services / Christopher Strauber -- Learning management systems / Kim Duckett -- Authentication and authorization in libraries / David Kennedy -- Content management systems / Frances Rice -- Data visualization / Steve McCann -- Sorting through digital preservation systems / Ardys Kozbial -- Free and open source software / Scot Colford -- Metadata repurposing using XSLT / Maureen P. Walsh -- Communicating effectively with IT / Elizabeth L. Black -- Glossary / Hector Escobar.
Subjects: Digital libraries.; Digital preservation.; Libraries and the Internet.; Libraries; Libraries;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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This book is overdue! : how librarians and cybrarians can save us all / by Johnson, Marilyn,1954-(CARDINAL)475119;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 267-272).This book is a romp through the ranks of information professionals and a revelation for readers burned out on the clichés and stereotyping of librarians. Here are bloggers, radicals and visionaries who fuse the tools of the digital age with their love for the written word and the enduring values of free speech, open access, and scout-badge-quality assistance to anyone in need -- From publisher description.The frontier -- Information sickness -- On the ground -- The blog people -- Big Brother and the holdout company -- How to change the world -- To the ramparts! -- Follow that tattooed librarian -- Wizards of odd -- Gotham City -- What's worth saving? -- The best day.
Subjects: Anecdotes.; Libraries and society.; Librarians; Library science.; Libraries and the Internet.; Knowledge management.;
Available copies: 26 / Total copies: 28
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Library 2035 : imagining the next generation of libraries / by Hirsh, Sandra,1965-editor.(CARDINAL)894463;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 191-215).Introduction: Sandra Hirsh -- Part I: Landscape -- Part II: Community -- Part III: Equity and Inclusion -- Part IV: Organizations -- Part V: Library Workers -- Part VI: Vision."Building on the success and impact of Library 2020: Today's Leading Visionaries Describe Tomorrow's Library by Joseph Janes, Library 2035: Imagining the Next Generation of Libraries updates, expands upon, and broadens the discussions on the future of libraries and the ways in which they transform information services to best serve their communities.Library 2035 explores the lessons learned over the past decade and forecasts the opportunities, strengths, and challenges for libraries in the future. Contributors including R. David Lankes, Kelvin Watson, Annie Norman, Miguel Figueroa, and Nicole Cooke, along with 25 other library leaders, were asked to describe the "library of 2035" in whatever way they wanted. Their responses to this question will inspire, provoke, challenge, and expand our thinking about the role and importance of libraries in the future. Library leaders, LIS students and faculty will find this book particularly meaningful and useful as we grapple with what the future of libraries and the profession will be."--
Subjects: Library science; Libraries; Libraries; Libraries; Libraries and the Internet.; Libraries and society.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Digital literacy, inclusivity and sustainable development in Africa / by Asamoah-Hassan, Helena,editor.(CARDINAL)888002;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Sustainable development can only be achieved when no one is left behind. An enduring lesson from the COVID-19 crisis is how important the availability of digital infrastructure and skills for individuals and communities is for teaching, learning, employability or just being able to participate fully in society. Digital literacy has become critical for millions all over the world and the need has been keenly felt in Africa, where so many have had to quickly adapt and use online platforms for various purposes. The African library sector has been a key advocate for digital literacy across the continent. But what has been achieved and how? How has digital literacy assisted user communities? What remains to be done?"--
Subjects: Internet literacy; Computer literacy; Libraries and the Internet; Cyberculture;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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The Internet for teachers and school library media specialists : today's applications, tomorrow's prospects / by Valauskas, Edward.(CARDINAL)197043; Ertel, Monica.(CARDINAL)218450;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-213) and index.
Subjects: Education; Teaching; Internet in education.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Guidelines, public use of the internet [braille] / by North Carolina State Library.(CARDINAL)163937;
Subjects: North Carolina State Library.; Library rules and regulations; Libraries and the Internet;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Library 2.0 : a guide to participatory library service / by Casey, Michael E.,1967-(CARDINAL)282194; Savastinuk, Laura C.,1979-(CARDINAL)282203;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 149-159) and index.Brand library 2.0 -- The essential ingredients -- Finding the road to library 2.0 -- A framework for change -- Participatory service and the long tail -- Incorporating technology -- Buy-in : getting everyone on board -- Maintaining the momentum -- Final considerations.
Subjects: Library planning.; Public services (Libraries); Libraries; Libraries and the Internet.; Organizational change.;
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 4
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Law librarianship in the digital age / by Kroski, Ellyssa,editor.(CARDINAL)285708;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Law libraries; Libraries and the Internet.; Digital communications;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The cybrarian's web 2 : an A-Z guide to free social media tools, apps, and other resources / by Peltier-Davis, Cheryl Ann,author.(CARDINAL)540942;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Adobe : productivity and creativity tools -- Amazon CreateSpace : self-publishing platform -- Aurasma : augmented reality service -- BrandYourself : online reputation management service -- Camtasia : screen recording and video editing software -- Codecademy : online education platform (programming) -- Coursera : massive open online courses (MOOCs) platform -- Digital public library of America : digital library -- Diigo : social bookmarking service -- Dropbox : cloud storage/file hosting/sharing service -- Ebooks : ebook collections and services -- Ebook readers : ebook reading devices -- Evernote : note-taking software -- Flipboard : social news aggregator -- Google drive : cloud storage/file hosting/sharing service -- Google glass : augmented reality/wearable technology -- Google hangouts : video conferencing service -- GoToMeeting : video conferencing service -- Hootsuite : social media management service -- Infogr.am : infographics creator -- Instagram : photo and video sharing service -- Issuu : digital publishing service -- Jumpshare : cloud storage/file hosting/sharing service -- Kaywa : qr code scanner and generator -- Kickstarter : crowdfunding platform -- Learnist : digital learning board -- LiveBinders : social bookmarking service -- Makerspaces : DIY collaborative workspaces -- Mendeley : reference management and collaboration service -- Microsoft Office online : productivity tool -- Mobile apps for libraries : mobile applications -- Netvibes : social media management service -- OneDrive : cloud storage/file hosting/sharing service -- Paper.li : social news aggregator -- Pinterest : social bookmarking service -- Poll everywhere : audience response/polling service -- Popplet : visualization service -- Project Gutenberg self-publishing press : self-publishing platform -- Quick response (QR) codes : barcode scanning and generator software -- Readability : Web and mobile reading application -- Scoop.it : social news aggregator -- Scribd : digital library/self-publishing platform -- Smashwords : digital library/self-publishing platform -- Snapchat : photo and video sharing service -- Storify : social news aggregator -- Technology, entertainment, design (TED) : global conference/ideas sharing platform -- Text 2 mind map : visualization service -- TodaysMeet : microblogging service -- Tumblr : microblogging/social networking service -- Tweetdeck : social media management service -- Udutu : course management system -- Unglue.it : crowdfunding platform -- Vine : video sharing service -- Voki : avatar creation service -- Wattpad : social networking service -- Weebly : web hosting service -- WhatsApp : instant messaging service -- Wikispaces : wiki hosting service -- XPRIZE : philanthropic competition -- Yammer : social networking service -- Zinio : digital publishing service -- Appendix I. Tips and teaching tools for keeping up-to-date with emerging technologies and new resources -- Appendix II. Social media tools, apps and other resources -- brief summaries -- Appendix III. Referenced websites -- Appendix IV. Tools by type of service -- Appendix V. Tools availability by mobile device.In volume 2 of her popular guide, Cheryl Ann Peltier-Davis presents more that 60 free tech tools and demonstrates their successful use in libraries and information centers.
Subjects: Directories.; Web sites; Free computer software; Libraries and the Internet.;
Available copies: 5 / Total copies: 5
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