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Using QR Codes FOR LIBRARIANS 2014 Training

Using QR Codes FOR LIBRARIANS 2014 Training. Laura Hartley Kaci Resau LS560. Training Purpose. Introduction and defining QR Codes Describing the role of QR codes for librarians Step by step training on setting up a QR code. What IS a QR Code?.

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Using QR Codes FOR LIBRARIANS 2014 Training

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  1. Using QR Codes FOR LIBRARIANS2014 Training Laura HartleyKaci Resau LS560

  2. Training Purpose • Introduction and defining QR Codes • Describing the role of QR codes for librarians • Step by step training on setting up a QR code

  3. What IS a QR Code? • A QR Code, short for Quick Response Code, is a type of two-dimensional barcode that can be read easily by mobile phones. • Originally used in Japan by the car industry. • Used to embed a URL into a code that can be scanned with a smart device.

  4. Target audience • The target audience for this training module is librarians. Librarians could create trainings or videos for their patrons for general use. While the target audience is librarians QR codes can be tailored to meet the needs of other audiences allowing for versatility.

  5. How can librarians use QR codes? • Re-direct to their website to view website tours • Librarians can use codes for cataloging purposes • Link to: • musical or electronic tours • event posters • direct to study rooms • contests • referencing • book clubs, • featured authors • subject guides • AND MUCH MORE!

  6. Technologies addressed • Creation of QR code • Use of QRstuff.com website • Understanding how to link to a website • Understanding the use of embed codes • Downloading data/code • Printing/Downloading/E-mailing (general) • Downloading a QR code reader

  7. Learning Objectives • Objective 1By the end of this module learners will be able to explain the purpose and use of QR codes • Objective 2By the end of this module learners will be able to create QR codes for various purposes in the library setting.

  8. Now YOU TRY IT! • Users will create their own QR code • Ask questions as you go!

  9. QUESTIONS?

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