Over the past week or so, I have been working on my research paper, which is about how libraries are changing their physical space to accommodate Library 2.0.  As with all papers I write, this got me thinking about my library, and how I can incorporate what I’ve learned into real-life situations.

It is absolutely amazing, but everything I’ve learned in LIS 768 can be introduced to my small-town library.  Nothing seems too far-fetched or unattainable, even when it comes to the different technology tools.  If something is too expensive, there are always other options that cost little or no money.  Since the beginning of this class, I’ve been inspired to take my library to the next step and really introduce it to the 2.0 world.  In the last few weeks, we’ve created a staff blog, a Facebook page (still in the creation process, but keep checking and become a fan of the Shorewood-Troy Public Library!), created “Read” posters of all staff and board members, and I’ve even volunteered to teach computer classes on beginning blogging and social networking for adults.

The blogging was by far the best part of the class, as I had never done it before.  I love the fact that I create my own content and it is immediately available for the world to see.  I am already dreaming of all the different blogs I can make, such as a personal blog, a travel blog, an engagement/wedding blog, blogs amongst my friends…. the possibilities are endless!

Thank you for such an inspiring class, Michael!  And thank you to my fellow classmates for all of their amazing ideas and stories.  This is one class that I will always remember and utilize its tools whenever I get the opportunity.