Social software in libraries : building collaboration, communication, and community Online / Meredith G. Farkas.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Farkas, Meredith G., 1977-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Libraries and the Internet.

Telecommunication in libraries.

Libraries and community.

Libraries--Information technology.

Libraries.

Electronic reference services (Libraries).

Online social networks.

Blogs.

RSS feeds.

Wikis and libraries.

Podcasting.

Libraries and the Internet--Information technology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xxiv, 320 p. ) ill. ;

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Medford, N.J. : Information Today, c2007.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Here is a unique resource for next generation librarians, addressing the specific needs of GenXers and Millennials as they work to define themselves as information professionals. The book focuses on how NextGens can move their careers forward and positively impact the profession. Library career guru Rachel Singer Gordon-herself a NextGen librarian-provides timely advice along with tips and insights from dozens of librarians on issues ranging from image and stereotypes, to surviving library school and entry-level positions, to working with older colleagues. A special section for current library administrators and managers makes this a must-read not only for NextGen librarians, but for those who recruit, work with, and mentor them.

Contents:

What is social software?

Blogs

Blogs in libraries : practical applications

RSS

Wikis

Online communities

Social networking

Social bookmarking and collaborative filtering

Tools for synchronous online reference

The mobile revolution

Podcasting

Screencasting and vodcasting

Gaming

What will work @ your library

Keeping up : a primer

Future trends in social software.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references (p. 283-295) and index.

ISBN:

1-57387-954-1

1-57387-944-4