How to Use Web 2.0 in Your Library

By Phil Bradley

Pages: 224 Published May 2007 Price: £ 39.95

The Web 2.0 and social software explosion has the capability to transform the online profile of libraries

and help reach out to tech-savvy young users to whom the library may otherwise be invisible. Libraries

can now easily collaborate and create online communities, as well as explore new ways in which to

communicate with, educate and attract new users - and also to market themselves.

This new book from acclaimed author Phil Bradley takes a clear and practical approach as it explains

exactly how to use the different types of Web 2.0 technologies, and shows how libraries can get the

most out of them (using case studies). Illustrations help guide readers through each step of creating a

range of resources, and a companion website, including podcasts from the author, ensures readers are

kept up to date with developments in this highly dynamic and fast-moving area. Coverage includes

introduction to Web 2.0 and Library 2.0

bookmarking services

photographic services

creating your own search engines

sharing material with others

basic housekeeping utilities

collaborating with others

webpage and website annotation

online calendars

creating networks

multimedia

weblogs & RSS

the use of instant messaging in a library context.

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