Emma Pierce

Aspiring librarian. This account is for INFO 246.

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

I believe that in the future social media will become even more important than ever as people reflect on COVID-19 and the need to reach people virtually. Libraries will need to prioritize teaching social media skills. #INFO246w81

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

@jedibrarian Great point, Kay! Having a virtual community of active participants seems like a great sign that the library will also have active participants in person.

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

The most useful social media metric for libraries to measure is engagement. Even though reach is also important, most social media algorithms will only promote posts with a high rate of engagement so you cannot achieve a wide reach without it. #INFO246w718

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

@VThebookdragon This is a great point! And it is important to get everyone visible in the photo to sign the release, even if their face isn't showing or they are just in the background. There could be other identifying factors such as their clothing.

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

Features like allowing patrons to leave reviews in the library's catalogue may seem like a great idea, but libraries should make sure patrons are aware that in doing so their reading history is made public. Perhaps we should keep these reviews anonymous? #INFO246w74

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

@MorganGwynn246 That's so true! By using social media, libraries can easily expand their reach to community members who might not be able or willing to visit the library in person.

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

Social media can be a great tool for libraries to notify patrons of new programs, share reading recommendations, and reach more members of the community, but it is not enough to just share information without engaging with their audience. #INFO246w620

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

@cdizon22 Hi Christine! I live in California too, but I am down in San Diego. I've never been to Gardena, but I will definitely have to take a drive up there someday to try the restaurants!

[Emma Pierce @emmacpierce7]

Hi everyone! I'm Emma and I live in San Diego, California. I've lived in California for my entire life and I love it here! You really can't beat the weather and the library where I work is only a few minutes away from the beach. #INFO246w66