The future of social media will need to continue connecting people across the world. As social creatures, people long for connection and social media will continue to be successful by meeting some of these needs. #INFO246w82
@mdilworth_TL I also think the built-in analytics are a good place to start- especially since libraries aren’t necessarily trying to sell anything specific or make money
@Sonam_lib These sound like amazing resources! I’m glad you were able to find a good way to use Twitter in your library by connecting to the community!
The metrics used by libraries to measure the effectiveness of social media need to reflect the library’s goals and audience. Measuring activity and engagement is important, but one should “focus on the direct impact of social media on the library’s digital branch.” #info246w719
@Valerie9SJSU Great point! This is something that needs to be explained more clearly to patrons. I agree that it is in their best interest to keep this information private, but I think libraries should make the process more transparent for users.
@JulieMcP43 @LibraryFreedom This is such an interesting point! It is something that I hadn’t thought much about, but it makes sense and needs to be addressed. Thanks for sharing this resource!
Maintaining privacy is of the utmost importance for libraries as “privacy is essential to the exercise of free speech, free thought, and free association.” It is necessary to encrypt records gathered by the library and be transparent about how that data is being used #INFO246w75
@pradobriansjsu This is such a cool idea! It is important for the library to offer programs and resources in other languages, and this account helps to raise awareness of these services as well which can be a struggle for many libraries!
The Fresno Library communicates with their community by posting updates about different events and topics that are related to current issues and interests. Providing relevant events and resources is a great way to engage with your community! #INFO246w621
Hello all! My name is Anna, and I live in Clovis, CA where everyone has a yard and some opinion about country music. I love books and my cat, and I’m not looking forward to the 100 degree weather coming my way.☀️ #info246w67
@mdilworth_TL Hello! It’s nice to meet you! This is a stunning picture😍. Also I’ve considered getting a credential for teacher librarianship because it sounds amazing, and I hope you enjoy it!
@onlinemiddleton How cool! Movies are not generally filmed around me, but I did come across a coyote looking for scraps on a hike a few weeks ago! ☺️ It’s nice to meet you!