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North America’s Largest Technology Conference & Exhibition for Librarians and Information Managers
October 25 – 27, 2010
Monterey Conference Center
Monterey, CA
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CyberTours
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Listen and learn at a series of free cybertours and information sessions for all Internet Librarian 2010 Exhibit Hall visitors. Taking place at the CyberCorner in the Exhibit Hall, these cybertours cover a range of topics and subject areas. They are open to all and add value to your visit. Space is limited, so it’s first-come, first served. Join our Net-savvy web experts for  a look at their favorite sites and topics! There is no need to register; simply pick the cybertour of interest to you and arrive at our CyberCorner within the IL 2010 Exhibit Hall at the appropriate time.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010
QR Codes 101
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Joe Murphy, Library Directions & Tech Trends Analyst. Director Library Futures., Library Future Innovative Interfaces, Yale Uni

QR codes are little images containing information that transmit the contained information when a person snaps the image with their cell phone. QR codes can contain all kinds of information, from contact information and VCards of librarians to links to websites, tutorials, pages with chat widgets and more. This cybertour explores different options for creating and using QR codes, and potential uses in libraries.

5 Simple Ways to Add Value to Research
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Marcy Phelps, President, Phelps Research Inc. Author, Research on Main Street: Using the Web to Find Local Business and Market Information

Adding value to the information you find doesn’t have to add hours to a project. Learn 5 quick tips for enhancing your value that you can put to use right away—even when you’re pressed for time.

Fun Without Funding: Library Gaming on the Cheap
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM

Scott Nicholson, Associate Professor, Syracuse University School of Information Studies Author of Everyone Plays at the Library: Creating Great Gaming Experiences for All Ages

This cybertour discusses gaming programs that will help you engage your community and that you can put together in your library for very little money.

Surfacing Value: Speaking to be Heard
12:30 PM – 12:45 PM

Mary Ellen Bates, Principal, Bates Information Services, Inc.

How do you get the attention and support you need from management? This cybertour, based on recent research, shares tips on talking about your value, words to use that executives recognize, and strategies making sure your boss hears you and provides the support and resources you need.

Virtual Reference: Choices for Chat, IM, and SMS
1:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Greg Notess, Faculty & Graduate Services Librarian, Montana State University

As libraries continue to push resources online and library users visit online, reference services continue to move online as well. New and old software options, ranging from free to fee, can help offer online, interactive reference services via chat, instant messaging, text messaging (SMS), and more. Explore these communication channels and hear our expert’s evaluation of real-life implementation issues.

Gov 2.0: Gov Info on the 'Net
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM

There are many ongoing and successful efforts inside and outside of government to make government information available on the Internet, free to all. Advocates for open government, as well as the disseminators and users of government information, have encouraged the release of caselaw, statutes, public records, publications and other data held by federal, state and local governments. Learn what information is out there, how it’s being used, and how you and your users can access it and contribute to Gov 2.0.

Cloud Computing 101
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM

Frank Cervone, Managing Partner, Cervone and Associates

So exactly what does it mean to move data and services to the “cloud”? This cybertour discusses the concept, the advantages of cloud computing where your documents and data live on the internet, how you can utilize web services in the cloud, and what libraries are currently doing in the cloud.

Self-Paced Training
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM

Julie Erickson, Electronic Services Coordinator, South Dakota State Library

Shrinking training and travel budgets, and limited staff time make training difficult to accomplish. This cybertour describes how librarians throughout the state participated in training when it was convenient for them without requiring travel or registration fees. Based on the 23 Things model and created on a shoestring, this initiative utilized vendor training materials as well as materials already created by the electronic resources coordinators. It increased the knowledge of participants, allowed them to explore and improve their confidence. Includes tips, suggestions, and lessons learned.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Web Browser Winners!
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Marshall Breeding, Independent Consultant and Founder of Library Technology Guides, Founder of Library Technology Guides

With so many choices these days, what browsers and their plug-ins, apps, etc. are the best? Our expert shares his secrets and strategies for choosing web browsers for particular uses.

Google Labs
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM

Stephen Abram, Principal, Lighthouse Consulting Inc.

Google tests lots of things and shares those through Google Labs. Have you checked its site lately? Hear about some of the new Google features that may be very useful to you in your information environment.

Digital Library Instruction
11:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Tim Donahue, Instruction Librarian, Montana State University

Using results form a recent web survey of 100 academic library websites for digital instruction presence, Donahue demonstrates a set of interactive, animated templates he created for a comprehensive library research skills tutorial. Besides the unique design, a compelling aspect of these templates is how he is using the web to orchestrate a complex team effort towards content development. He shares tips and tricks!


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