Tag Archives for Community
The Book Stop pop-up library project
The Book Stop Project is a design concept offering a huge potential for community libraries to evolve from monolithic buildings to activated public spaces. Read More
Discovery Services: Libraries and Beyond
This reexamination of the roles of libraries within the community creates or develops a shared context which impacts both professional identity and advocacy efforts. While it is not clear the exact shape and scope of this crisis in the library … Continue reading
Canadian Librarians: Creating innovative strategies on their path to success – Interview with Stephen Abram
Canadian Library Month occurs every October and during this time librarians have the chance to celebrate their activity and users have the chance to reflect on the important role libraries play in their lives. To learn more about libraries in … Continue reading
How Universities Foster Economic Growth—and Democracy
Universities don’t just produce human capital and innovation. They also promote democratic values in their communities, according to a new study. Read More
Free Reading Zones: Transforming Access to Books through Technology
This issue of Library Technology Reports explores Free Reading Zones (FREZ), which are designated areas that provide people free and uninterrupted access to e-books through sponsorships. The report sheds light on what FREZ is, how it came about, who’s behind … Continue reading
NTU launches new series of public talks as part of efforts to engage community
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) launched a new series of public talks on Thursday (July 27), where academics will talk about the hottest research topics of the day. Read More
Hillary Clinton Delivers Powerful Talk : As the closing speaker, the former secretary of state describes librarians and libraries as invaluable
As the closing speaker, the former secretary of state describes librarians and libraries as invaluable. Read More