Lots of libraries provide physical spaces for people to engage and experiment with new and emerging technologies. But there are lots of different ways to create welcoming, accessible spaces for this kind of hands-on learning and experimentation. Following on from our recent post on online experiential learning in libraries, here are 5 different examples of […]
The dust is settling, the bubble has yet to burst and more libraries than ever have their AI policy in place, for users, for staff or hopefully for both. If you’re still working out where to start, we hope this post can help. Many of these exist at an institutional level, where, for example, a […]
This week we have put together five interesting things about mobile libraries. While these aren’t necessarily new, some are definitely new to us. And others are just neat things that should be celebrated. We are always impressed by the important work that mobile libraries do – outreach, community building, digital equity and more. The thing […]
We talk a lot about open access in libraries, but not necessarily about open access content about libraries. But open access (OA) books are a fantastic way to share knowledge with everyone and keep up with the sector, for free. They’ve become a key source for learning about the latest trends and practices in different […]
It’s no secret that we’re big fans of open access. But Open Access isn’t just about licensing, it’s also about the user experience of research and how we can provide better access to information. So this Friday we’re sharing some of the awesome tools to help with open access, whether you are publishing your own […]
An experiment in using AI and automated image tools to create usable images for blog posts, social media and other common use cases. When you’re sharing content or promoting services, it’s always useful to have a collection of images to use. We’ve been pondering some alternatives to the sometimes frankly meh stock images available and […]
Five or so links from around the web about new and interesting applications of technology Online archives and digital collections have made library collections much more accessible of late, and the Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the digitisation programs of many institutions. And, even better, more and more digital collections are being published and shared openly. […]
Five or so links from around the web about new and interesting applications of technology. Gamification has well and truly been through the hype cycle at least once, but again we emerge from the trough of disillusionment and tentatively enter a slope of enlightenment as we all aspire to escape the boredom of Zoom-based interactions […]
Five or so links from around the web about new and interesting applications of technology. There’s a lot happening in the world of email newsletters. This is an area close to our hearts both due to conversations currently underway about how our own Newsletter is delivered, as well as some other internal projects we’re working […]
Cultural institutions are realising the value of working with makers, artists, writers and technologists to bring new perspectives and to forge connections with the community in a variety of new and creative ways. In this post we’re taking a look at the shorter-term, dynamic residencies that bring in a variety of creative practitioners, rather than […]