Some have viewed the ascendance of the digital library as some kind of existential apocalypse, nothing less than the beginning of the end for the traditional library. But Weiss, recognizing the concept of the library as a "big idea" that has been implemented in many ways over thousands of years, is not so gloomy. In this thought-provoking and unabashedly optimistic book, he explores how massive digital libraries are already adapting to society's needs, and looks ahead to the massive digital libraries of tomorrow, coveringThe author's criteria for defining massive digital librariesA history of Google Books and the Very Large Digital Library, with a refresher on the initial protests of the scholarly communication communityPractices of massive digital libraries, and how traditional libraries are evolving to integrate their presenceA comparison of the collection development approaches of Google Books and HathiTrustLibrary applications, such as MDL for research in digital humanities, catalog integration through the Google Book API, Culturenomics, and the Google Ngram viewerCase studies of library projects with Google Books, with analysis of aspects such as legibility of scans, metadata accuracy, culture, and diversityProviding a solid grounding on the concept of massive digital libraries, and their strengths and weaknesses as digital information tools, this book will help librarians understand how they function and what we can expect in the future.

Using Massive Digital Libraries (Lita Guides)

Weiss, Andrew

Reference

ALA TechSource

Mobile technology has changed the way we interact with one another and our communities. With the proliferation of mobile devices and the constant availability of information access, it is more important than ever for libraries to meet users on their phones and tablets. But not all mobile library approaches are created equal, and in this LITA guide Tidal clarifies the mobile web landscape, helping librarians and library developers create mobile websites and applications from a user-centered perspective. Whether they have previous experience conducting mobile web usability tests, or are new to the concept of user-centered design, readers will find
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<li>A survey of mobile devices, with an analysis of their commonalities and differences, plus discussions on hardware and the concept of mobile context</li>
<li>Information on mobile apps, websites, and hybrids, enabling libraries to make informed decisions on what's best for their users and institutions</li>
<li>Nuts-and-bolts guidance on text editors, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), web browsers, and other skills and tools necessary for mobile web development</li>
<li>An overview of usability and what the concept means with regard to the library experience</li>
<li>Tips for conducting usability testing and research, from planning to execution and analysis</li>
<li>Sample scripts for recruiting testing volunteers and gathering feedback, a boilerplate consent form, and a bibliography of additional resources</li>
</ul>With Tidal's valuable guidance, libraries can harness mobile technologies to meet the needs and expectations of library resource users.

Usability and the Mobile Web (LITA Guides)

Tidal, Junior

Library Spaces and Smart Buildings: Technology, Metrics, and Iterative Design

Jason Griffey

This issue of Library Technology Reports (vol. 54, no. 4) looks into the wide definition of accessibility for library patrons within the area of instruction. This topic is discussed in some depth in schools of library science as well as in faculty development and instructional design. This report will encourage readers to think more critically about the technologies that faculty and staff use to address the needs of all patrons served. This report will also aid in identifying and using new methods for addressing the needs of all patrons through a wide range of modalities (closed-captioning, transcription, video, text to speech, image to text, etc.). This contributed work will examine accessibility, technology, and librarianship across a wide spectrum. Ida Mae Craddock will discuss using virtual reality and Google Expeditions with second language learners. Helen Turner and Patrick Lee Lucas will delve into universal design and providing equitable access to students in the University of Kentucky’s College of Design. George Shaw will investigate instruction and access for students taking an online computer programming course. Robert Browder will discuss how to make library materials accessible to readers through PDF scanning. Stacy Brown will discuss the impact of littleBits with students at the K–12 level in libraries. Aisha S. Haynes will examine Quality Matters accessibility measures, online instruction, library partnerships, and professional development. Stacy Hammer will complete the report with a look into the differentiation of instruction in libraries and how technology can be used with students in the K–12 setting.

Accessibility, Technology, and Librarianship (Library Technology Reports)

Politics & Social Sciences

Heather Moorefield-Lang

Social Sciences

This issue of Library Technology Reports (vol. 54, no. 5) looks at integrating library resources into learning management systems. Library resource integration in a local learning management system (LMS) can be streamlined through the application of the Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) standard, which allows connectivity between the LMS and other learning tools. Despite its convenience, the implementation of an LTI tool can be a complicated process both technically and administratively.
In this issue of Library Technology Reports, learning design librarian Amanda Clossen explores Pennsylvania State University Libraries' large-scale implementation of Springshare's LTI tool within Canvas. Beginning with the data gathering that guided Penn State's strategy, this report covers
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<li>the technical aspects of implementation, with a focus on guides and reserves</li>
<li>strategies for embedding librarians within learning management systems</li>
<li>outreach and assessment efforts</li>
<li>major roadblocks and pain points, as well as ways to anticipate and easily overcome these challenges</li>
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Through the examples explored in this guide, readers will gain practical ideas on how to integrate library resources within their own LMS.

Integrating the Library in the Learning Management System (Library Technology Reports Expert Guides to Library Systems and Services)

Amanda Clossen

This issue of Library Technology Reports argues that the near future of library work will be enormously impacted and perhaps forever changed as a result of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning systems becoming commonplace. It will do so through both essays on theory and predictions of the future of these systems in libraries and also through essays on current events and systems currently being developed in and by libraries. A variety of librarians will discuss their own AI and machine learning projects, how they implemented AI and to what ends, and what they see as useful for the future of libraries in considering AI systems and services. First up is an essay relating the development and design of a machine learning system developed by a library and deployed to production in a library anywhere in the US. The system is HAMLET (How about Machine Learning Enhanced Theses) by Andromeda Yelton, currently a developer at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard. At MIT, when she created and developed HAMLET. Next, in chapter three, we have an essay by Bohyun Kim, CTO and associate professor at the University of Rhode Island Libraries, where she discusses the launch of their Artificial Intelligence Lab, which is housed in the library on campus. Then in chapter four, Craig Boman, Discovery Services Librarian and assistant librarian at Miami University Libraries, looks at his attempts to use a type of machine learning to build a system to assign formal subject headings to unclassified, full-text works. This report will conclude with a discussion of possibilities and potentials for using AI in libraries and library science.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Libraries (Library Technology Reports)

Digital badges, a type of micro-credential, have been heralded for the last five years as a key trend in education to provide competency-based pathways to learning. Micro-credentials allow for a unique way to teach students information literacy skills. Many libraries may be interested in implementing a micro-credentialing program but may have questions about design, mechanics, and sustainability. This report will give readers much of that background information. After reviewing the report, you will be able to <ul> <li>define micro-credentials and the mechanics of using them;</li> <li>identify learning scenarios where micro-credentials can be beneficial;</li> <li>acknowledge the design considerations that are specific to badges;</li> <li>identify partnerships needed for a successful program;</li> <li>know the existing systems possible for building a micro-credentialing program for information literacy or library skills; and</li> <li>feel empowered with knowledge to begin building a program.</li> </ul>

Micro-Credentials and Digital Badges (Library Technology Reports)

Raish, Victoria

Rimland, Emily

LTR 58(1): Library Engagement Platforms (Library Technology Reports, 58-1)

King, David Lee

Bibliometrics have been around for decades; however, we have seen a recent surge in the interest in bibliometrics services at academic institutions together with the development of new bibliometrics tools. Navigating this rapidly evolving landscape can be a challenge for academic institutions as they attempt to try to determine which tools and skills sets will best meet their needs. This issue of Library Technology Reports, using broadly accessible plain language, will help guide decision makers and practitioners in their selection and use of current bibliometrics tools and related systems while offering insights into future directions.

LTR 58(8) Bibliometric Tools (Library Technology Reports, 58)

Bredahl, Laura

Words, Language & Grammar

Designing Information Literacy Tutorials: Tips, Techniques, and Trends (Library Technology Reports Expert Guides to Library Systems and Services, 28 - 5)

Mery, Yvonne

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