Web 2.0 and Libraries

Download or read book Web 2.0 and Libraries written by Dave Parkes and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2010-04-28 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a world where computing power, ubiquity and connectivity create powerful new ways to facilitate learning, this book examines how librarians and information professionals can utilize emerging technologies to expand service and resource delivery. With contributions from leading professionals, including lecturers, librarians and e-learning technologists, this bookl explores strategic approaches for effectively implementing, living with, and managing revolutionary technological change in libraries. - Explores the impact of the social and technological aspects of Web 2.0 on libraries and library services - Draws on empirical research - Experienced practitioners