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Hands On eBook Training

Hands On eBook Training . Get in the Sandbox. Lauren Comito, Queens Library - lauren.comito@queenslibrary.org Karen Keys, Queens Library - karen.keys@queenslibrary.org. A pplications for L ibrary T echnology Mission : Recommendations for new uses of technology in public service.

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Hands On eBook Training

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  1. Hands On eBook Training Get in the Sandbox Lauren Comito, Queens Library - lauren.comito@queenslibrary.org Karen Keys, Queens Library - karen.keys@queenslibrary.org

  2. Applications for Library Technology Mission: Recommendations for new uses of technology in public service.

  3. eBooks eBooks eBooks

  4. On the Street

  5. OverDrive

  6. Project Gutenberg

  7. Staff Technology Sandbox • eBooks today, what tomorrow? • Is library staff comfortable learning about new technology? • Play = Learn

  8. The Proposal • Purchase devices (eReaders, tablets, MP3 players) that staff can take home and explore. • Hands-on exploration leads to learning.

  9. The Devices

  10. The Plan • Add to catalog • Staff request item • Check out for a week • Share observations through staff blog

  11. Yes, But … • Project approved and funded for nearly a dozen devices • Formal “training” requested

  12. Blargh!

  13. Ditch Old Training Model • One person from each library • Theater-style seating • Minimal interaction

  14. Task Tested, Librarian Approved

  15. Speed Dating, Speed Learning • Get a quick tutorial • Talk to someone who uses the device • Make a friend • TOUCH IT! • and move on...

  16. My Buddy and Me Trained participants on our "buddy" devices

  17. OKCupid, QL Cupid

  18. I.L.S.in’

  19. Electronic Device Agreement Signed in the blood of employee ...

  20. Will gadget advisory be as important readers advisory?

  21. Where It's App • More smartphones and tablets than dedicated e-readers • Multiple reading apps

  22. Tablet Trend • According to the Consumer Electronic Association, 31% own tablets http://www.teleread.com/tablet/cea-tablet-ownership-in-the-u-s-has-doubled-in-one-year

  23. Questions? Comments!

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