This annotated bibliography provides an overview of web 2.0 technologies and applications for libraries.

It is by no means extensive but instead attempts to cover the more common technologies and examples of usage in libraries.

All titles are listed on TROVE and most are also available through the TAFE NSW library network.

Blogging and RSS : a librarian’s guide

Sauers, Michael P.  Blogging and RSS : a librarian’s guide. 2nd ed. Medford, N.J. : Information Today, 2010. 

In this book Sauer shows how blogging and RSS technologies can be easily and effectively used in the library contect.

In the second half of the book, Sauers provides a comprehensive introduction to RSS feeds,  creating feeds and automatic feed generation. Practical applications to the library are included.

The first half of the book focuses on blogging, blog development and blog creation. Numerous examples are included, providing the reader with a variety of different approaches. 

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Building library 3.0 : issues in creating a culture of participation

Evans, Woody. Building library 3.0 : issues in creating a culture of participation. Oxford : Chandos, c2009;

The implementation of social web applications, mobile computing, and RFID and QR Code technology are explored in this book.  

"The changing relationships between information seekers, the information being sought, and the professional information gatekeepers is of great importance in this change, and this book explains both the use of the technology to reach information seeking communities, and the profound ways in which such relationships will change the nature of librarianship." (Publisher website)

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The desk and beyond : next generation reference services

Steiner, Sarah K. and madden, M. Leslie. The desk and beyond : next generation reference services. Chicago : Association College and research Libraries, 2008.

Outreach reference services are not a new copncept. This book provides a thorough exploration of the present and possible future applications a number of  new reference delivery methods. It explores  the growing role of the digital environment and its integration with more traditional methods of reference work and the importance of in-person interaction.

Each chapter provides an introduction to an innovative service concept and an annotated list of sources for additional research.

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How to use web 2.0 in your library

Bradley, Phil. How to use web 2.0 in your library.  London : Facet, 2007

This book provides an overview of different types of Web 2.0 technologies and application for libraries.

Coverage includes bookmarking services; photographic services; creating your own search engines;  sharing material with others; webpage and website annotation; multimedia; and weblogs.

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Information literacy beyond library 2.0

Goodwin, Peter and Parker, Jo. (eds) Information literacy beyond library 2.0. London : Facet, 2012.

This  book focuses on teaching information literacy in the library environment using web 2.0 technologies.  The most recent trends in technology, consumption, and literacy are explored and many practical examples are provided.

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Information literacy meets library 2.0.

Godwin, Peter & Parker, Jo. (eds) Information literacy meets library 2.0. London : Facet, 2008.

This focus of this book is on the impact of the adoption of web 2.0 technologies on information literacy

Web 2.0 developments provide a range of exciting tools with which to teach, and challenges in trying to keep abreast of the constant changes in this area.

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The library catalogue as a social space

Tarulli, Laurel. The library catalogue as a social space: promoting patron driven collections, online communities, and enhanced reference and readers' services.

Santa Barbara, Calif.: Libraries Unlimited, 2012.

What is a next-generation catalogue? Should a library catalogue become yet another social space or should it maintain its traditional role as an inventory of the library's collection? Should or could library catalogues be the gateway to the library's information, rather than the library website?

This book discusses these questions and provides an insight into the changing role of the library catalogue.

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Library mashups : exploring new ways to deliver library data

Engard, Nicole C. (ed) Library mashups : exploring new ways to deliver library data. Medford, N.J. : Information Today, 2009.

Mashups are web applications that combine freely available data from various sources to create something new. This book looks at tools, techniques and real life applications of mashups in libraries. Examples range from ways to allow those without programming skills to make simple website updates to modifying the library OPAC, to using popular sites like Flickr, Yahoo!, LibraryThing, Google Maps and Delicious to share and combine digital content.

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Library 2.0: a guide to participatory library service.

Casey, Michael E. & Savastinuk, Laura C. Library 2.0: a guide to participatory library service. Medford, N.J. : Information Today, 2007.

Both theoretical underpinnings of Library 2.0 and practical applications for  implementation are covered in this book. 

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Library 2.0 and beyond : innovative technologies and tomorrow's user

Courtney, Nancy.  Library 2.0 and beyond : innovative technologies and tomorrow's user .Westport, CT : Libraries Unlimited, c2007.

Chapter by chapter a new online tool is introduced and explained with applications for use in libraries today.

Library examples range from public to academic, making this a useful resource for most types of libraries. Future possibilities are also discussed.

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Mobile technology for libraries

Griffey, Jason. Mobile technology for libraries. London: Facet, 2010

Mobile technology is fast becoming the preferred method for connecting to the Internet, especially for people on the go.

Librarians must abreast with this trend and integrate mobile access to the library's colelction if they wish to enhance the delivery of user services.

This book is a practical approach for the implementation of  mobile technologies into a library.

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No shelf required 2 : use and management of electronic books

Polanka, Sue (ed.) No shelf required 2 : use and management of electronic books. Chicago : American Library Association, 2012

In 2011 USA ebook sales were greater than print books.  There are numerous issues to consider when inlcuding e-books into a library collection.

This book explores issues of platforms, preservation and archiving, cataloguing and access, acquisitions and weeding, open-access publishing ...

Case studies from a range of academic, public and school libraries offer first-hand accounts of what works, what doesn't and why.

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The reference interview today

Knoer, Susan The reference interview today.  Santa Barbara, Calif. : libraries Unlimited, 2011.

Web 2.0 technologies are readily applied to reference work. The introduction to this book sets the tone for the content - "You don't have to learn it (all) again". Reference interview skills are transferable to the modern technological environment.

Want to know how to apply online reference services like chat, push, cobrowsing, tweets, text, second life and virtual worlds to you library, then this book will provide an easy to understan introduction.

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Social software in libraries : building collaboration, communication, and community online

Farkas, Meredith G. Social software in libraries : building collaboration, communication, and community online.  Medford, N.J. : Information Today, Inc., 2007.

Social software is used by libraries to help the communicate, educate and interact with their communities. This book provides information and skills necessary to implement  the most popular and effective social software technologies: blogs, RSS, wikis, social networking software, screencasting, photo-sharing, podcasting, instant messaging, gaming, and more.

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Special collections 2.0 : new technologies for rare books, manuscripts, and archival collections

Whittaker, Beth M. & Thomas, Lynn. Special collections 2.0 : new technologies for rare books, manuscripts, and archival collections. Santa Barbara, Calif. : Libraries Unlimited, c2009.

This book provides an introduction to Web 2.0 technologies that can be used to promote special collections.

It discusses how libraries and archives diverge in their use of Web 2.0 in response to their patrons' needs, and offers advice and practical ideas for creating, collecting, and preserving digital materials for optimal long-term access.

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Teens, libraries and social networking: what librarians need to know

Agosto, Denise E. and Abbas, June. Teens, libraries and social networking: what librarians need to know. Santa Barbara, Calif. : Libraries Unlimited, 2011.

Many of today's teens spend hours each day on Facebook, MySpace, and other social networking sites.

What does this mean for library services to young adults? How can librarians harness these popular sites in the service of library programs and education overall?

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Virtual reference best practices: tailoring services to your library

Kern, Kathleen. Virtual reference best practices: tailoring services to your library. Chicago : ALA, 2009.

The tools and decision-making processes that will help you and your library evaluate, tailor, and launch virtual reference services are outlined in this book.

It also covers policy making, software selection, staffing, budgeting, collaborations, training, marketing and assessment and evaluation processes.

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Working in the virtual stacks : the new library and information science

Kane, Laura Townsend. Working in the virtual stacks : the new library and information science. Chicago : ALA, 2011.

This book looks at the changes in the library profession with the advent of web 2.0. Each chapter focuses on specialist area - Librarians as subject specialists; .. as technology gurus and social net workers, ...as teachers and community liaisons. 

Through interviews with dozens of practicing librarians we receive an insight into many different positions and the application of different technologies.

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