Emerging Library Technologies
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This document discusses trends in technology ownership among teens and adults and opportunities for libraries to engage patrons through mobile technologies. It notes that over 90% of teens and 80% of adults access the internet, with high percentages owning smartphones. QR codes are presented as a way for libraries to provide digital content and services to patrons using mobile devices. The document outlines how QR codes work and provides examples of their use, such as creating codes that link to reading recommendations or online library resources. Challenges with QR code implementation like security, technology requirements, and training needs are also addressed.
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Emerging Library Technologies
- 1. Shauna Borger Northeastern Regional Coordinator
- 3. 93% of all 12-17 year olds access the internet 75% own a cell phone 69% own a computer 79% own an iPod or an MP3 player 80% own a gaming console 51% own a portable gaming device 27% use their cell to access the internet
- 4. 78% of all adults access the internet 83% own a cell phone 57% own a desktop computer and 56% own a laptop computer 44% own an iPod or an MP3 player 42% own a gaming console 12% own an e-book reader 8% own a tablet
- 8. Not all barcode scanners work with new technology charged-couple device scanner (CCD) Cards can be shared, stolen, etc. Vendor concerns
- 12. Quick-Response Code Created by Toyota in 1994 2-dimensional Designed for mobile devices Becoming more popular in the U.S. During the month of June 2011, according to one study, 14 million mobile users scanned a QR Code or a barcode. 58% of those users scanned a QR or bar code from their home, while 39% scanned from retail stores. 60% of the 14 million users were men between the age of 18-34.
- 14. Download a QR scanner Barcode scanner QR Droid Nigma Lynkee NeoReader QR Reader Google Goggles RedLaser
- 16. Readalikes for Jodi Picoult http://webrary.org/rs/flbklists/jodipicoult.html Copy URL and type into QR code generator http://qrcode.kaywa.com/ Copy the QR code into document and put it by the Jodi Picoult books with a heading that says If you like Jodi Picoult, you might also like these authors
- 17. QR code scavenger hunt http://lgdata.s3-website-us-east- 1.amazonaws.com/docs/163/147086/QR_Scaveng er_Hunt_10_copy.pdf Educate patrons http://www.lawrence.edu/library/qr.shtml Recommend further reading http://guides.ccclib.org/content.php?pid=105914& sid=797175#4638359 Carmen Sandiego http://library.lafayette.edu/carmensandiego
- 18. What ideas do you have for QR codes at Marion Public Library?
- 19. QR code security risks Rogue QR codes Tracking Good Internet connection in area Links kept up to date
- 22. Format Readers/Players End user learning curve DRM/Publisher restrictions Retail model Agency model Library model
- 23. Subscriptions or circulating devices? eReader or device sometimes limits vendor options for eContent Training for downloading library-provided eContent onto different devices
- 24. Articles http://www.708media.com/qrcode/qr-code-readers-iphone- android-blackberry-windows-phone-7/ http://notixtech.com/blog/5-ways-you-should-never-use-qr- codes http://www.swissarmylibrarian.net/2011/02/08/scanning-library- cards-on-smartphones/ http://www.libraryjournal.com/lj/home/889495- 264/library_cards_on_smartphones_the.html.csp http://www.libsuccess.org/index.php?title=QR_Codes QR code generator http://qrcode.kaywa.com/
- 25. Indiana State Library eResources webpage http://www.in.gov/library/4367.htm
- 26. Shauna Borger Professional Development Office ISL sborger@library.in.gov 317-605-4518