The library innovation toolkit : ideas, strategies, and programs
Title:
The library innovation toolkit : ideas, strategies, and programs
ISBN:
9780838912744
Publication:
Chicago : ALA Editions, an imprint of the American Library Association, 2015.
Physical Description:
xix, 194 pages ; 23 cm
Contents:
Part I. Innovative culture : Zen and the art of innovation / Sarah Hashemi Scott and Heather McNamee -- Driving creativity and innovation in your organization: it's easier than you think / Kelly Pepo -- The library's role in promoting tolerance and diversity in a university / Lorna E. Rourke -- Part II. Innovative staff : Information wizardry / Sarah Strahl and Erica J. Christianson -- Innovation boot camp: a social experiment / Robin Bergart and M.J. D'Elia -- Building a toolkit to craft your instruction program: the Virginia Tech experience / Tracy M. Hall, Edward F. Lener, and Purdom Lindblad -- Part III. Innovative outreach : Get on board with community needs: Ferry Tales, a monthly book group aboard the ferry / Audrey Barbakoff -- A librarian walks into a bar / Ben Haines and Kate Niehoff -- Part IV. Innovative technology : Seizing the opportunity for innovation and service improvement / Cheryl McGrath and Brad Warren -- The "eyes" have it: a digital media lab in an academic library / Pat Duck -- Part V. Innovative spaces : Participatory spaces and idea box / Monica Harris -- "Like a kid in a candy store": marketplaces in public libraries / Daisy Porter-Reynolds -- Part VI. Innovative programs : Apprentices of the Book Empire at a glance / Amy Holcomb and Anna Fillmore -- Monsters, rockets, and baby racers: stepping into the story with children and young people / Matt Finch and Tracie Mauro -- Librari-Con: bringing magic to your library / Erika Earp and Melissa Lang -- The business of ideas: using a TED-like event to spread innovation / Troy A. Swanson.
Abstract:
Progress for the sake of progress is all too often a drain on precious time and resources. The communities and users that libraries serve are always changing; true innovation helps libraries adapt to meet their needs and aspirations both now and in the future. This collection offers snapshots of innovation in action at a range of libraries, showcasing ideas and initiatives that will inspire librarians at their own institutions. Among the topics covered are: the importance of creating organizational structures that lead to innovation; strategies for getting library staff and other stakeholders on board and engaged, complete with a step-by-step toolkit for achieving innovative outcomes; ways to expand the library beyond its walls to deliver exceptional and innovative services to library users; money-saving initiatives that use technology to improve users' experience; and innovative uses of library spaces, such as designing and implementing a digital media lab.
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