Some Information About Me...

As many of you may not know, I am actually not a grad student seeking a degree in ETE, but actually an senior undergrad at Cleveland State University, who just applied to Kent State University for a Master's in Library and Information Science with a focus on Digital Initiatives. I took this class because I felt like it would prepare me well for a field that is constantly changing and adapting to fit a community of learners, not only students but also people out of school as well. Digital librarianship focuses on taking information that is available on physical formats, such as microfilm and books, and adapt it to be accessible on web-based platforms, such as online databases. There are quite a few librarians who resist this change and stick to simple card catalogs and not-so-user friendly online catalogs, which I have encountered in a previous workplace. If anything, this class has inspired me to be prepared for the unknown -- for the next few decades where I will find myself working in . What thoughts do you have in regards to libraries and technology? Are certain libraries more eager to adapt than others? Take Cleveland Public Library's TechCentral department, which has a 3-D Printer, laser engraver, and Smartboard for patrons to use.