At present the North Shore Libraries provide their patrons with some opportunities to "control" their accounts and participate minimally in their library online system. Patrons can access their own account, renew books, place requests and freeze requests, rate items on a limited scale and select preferences which provide notification of new items on the subject chosen.
From the library online catalogue, patrons can view other libraries' catalogues, make suggestions for puchase, request interloans and download articles from eResources.
Library 2.0 would allow our libraries to take a step further. Patrons will be able to participate more in library activities online. There could be a library blog where patrons contribute ideas -their expectations of the library service, comments on their library experience, advice on how the service could be improved. An online Library Action Group, somewhat like the Friends of the Library could be formed! The use of Technorati or other social networking devices would allow rating and commenting on library items and give the ability to select bookmarks and compile lists. Online Bookchat groups on particular subjects eg General fiction or Art books would see library users communicating with each other and the library -great for those who cannot physically attend a book group!
Library 2.0 is pertinent to the Library Vision Statement
Libraries meet the recreational and reading needs of the community
Social networking eg blogging, Flickr, online selection devices; library catalogues and own account.
Provide electronic services to meet community needs
The library system including blogs, catalogues etc is accessible by handheld computer devices, debts can be paid through online credit facilities.
Maximise relationships with key stakeholders, the community and partners
Increased communication between library and others through blogs and social networking sites.
Ensure libraries are relevant and up-to-date.
Patrons who use Web 2.0 products see that libraries are part of their world.
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