Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow

2023 Language Arts & Disciplines

Author : Francesca Morton
Release : 2023
Genre : Language Arts & Disciplines
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Book Synopsis Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow by : Francesca Morton

Download or read book Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow written by Francesca Morton. This book was released on 2023. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is written in a lucid style with theoretical discussions for easy understanding of the subject. This book is designed to help libraries through the overwhelming task of developing and implementing a technology plan and most of the relevant topics are covered adequately. Each chapter addresses an aspect of planning and implementation from conducting a technology audit and selecting appropriate devices to deploying new technologies and training staff and users. The book is also supported with a comprehensive glossary and index in the end. The book will help libraries create a framework for their technology planning and introduce the tools and decisions that need to be incorporated into a working plan.

Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow

2018-10-15 Language Arts & Disciplines

Author : Diana Silveira
Release : 2018-10-15
Genre : Language Arts & Disciplines
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Book Rating : 336/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow by : Diana Silveira

Download or read book Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow written by Diana Silveira. This book was released on 2018-10-15. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technology is a crucial part of libraries today. But when it comes to figuring out the most effective technologies for their library or to planning for future technology needs, many librarians don’t know where to begin. Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow is the place to start. This practical guide will be of special value to those in small- and medium-size libraries, especially those new to the planning process who have not previously implemented technology or who have had difficulty implementing strategic plans. By using this LITA guide overwhelmed librarians can create a sound, realistic technology plan and implementing that plan by identifying each step necessary to accomplish the library’s goals. As they follow this road map from beginning to end, library staff will be able to meet the technology needs of their communities and to achieve their library's technology goals. This step-by-step guide takes the reader through the process of successfully creating and implementing a library technology plan. Each chapter addresses an aspect of planning and implementation—from conducting a technology audit and selecting appropriate devices to deploying new technologies and training staff and users. Further, this LITA guide will help librarians evaluate the success of their work in developing and implementing their technology plans.

Information Tomorrow

2007 Education

Author : Rachel Singer Gordon
Release : 2007
Genre : Education
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Book Rating : 031/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Information Tomorrow by : Rachel Singer Gordon

Download or read book Information Tomorrow written by Rachel Singer Gordon. This book was released on 2007. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Information Tomorrow, Rachel Singer Gordon brings together 20 of today's top thinkers on the intersections between libraries and technology. They address various ways in which new technologies are impacting library services and share their ideas for using technology to meet patrons where they are. In addition to a preface by the editor, the book's foreword by Stephen Abram and 16 chapters feature insights and opinions from these library leaders, bloggers, and futurists:

Technology Planning

2004-11-30 Language Arts & Disciplines

Author : Joseph R. Matthews
Release : 2004-11-30
Genre : Language Arts & Disciplines
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Book Rating : 668/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Technology Planning by : Joseph R. Matthews

Download or read book Technology Planning written by Joseph R. Matthews. This book was released on 2004-11-30. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Organized around the structure of a technology plan, this book explains each subject area and how each part of the plan is related. Individual chapters cover: The Purpose and Need for a Technology Plan, The Description of the Library, Challenges Facing the Library, Emerging Technologies, Current Technology Environment, Assessment of the Current Environment, Evaluation of the Library's Web Site, Recommendations, and Evaluation of the Plan.

Managing Library Technology

2017-08-03 Language Arts & Disciplines

Author : Carson Block
Release : 2017-08-03
Genre : Language Arts & Disciplines
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Book Synopsis Managing Library Technology by : Carson Block

Download or read book Managing Library Technology written by Carson Block. This book was released on 2017-08-03. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Managing Library Technology introduces library workers (including non-technical managers, tech administrators and even “accidental technologists”) to core concepts in technology management and provides strategies that will enable them to master the basics of library tech. The content of the book is taken from the author’s popular American Library Association -approved Certified Public Library Administrator course, “Management of Technology,” and is geared to the needs of all kinds of libraries. The book contains easy-to-follow exercises and tools that have been tested in real-world situations with students as they tackled their own evaluation, planning and management challenges. Readers are also given a roadmap to create a technology plan for their library—even if they have no direct technology background themselves. This book helps library workers understand the underpinnings of technology and how to powerfully manage tech to serve patrons and staff alike. Readers will learn: How libraries fit into the overall technology market Strategies to future-proof library technology efforts Approaches to technology planning that stick – and strategies to keep the plan on track Skills to understand technology investments by understanding the total costs of ownership and the specialized library return on technological investment How to collect and use useful data and statistics without being overwhelmed How to stay current, knowledgeable and comfortable with rapid technological change

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