Icebergs highlight some of the issues that libraries face today with technology. I think that it is difficult to make certain decisions pertaining to technology. The disappearance of certain reference books and “just in case” collections is a growing fact. Technology is great and makes research easier, but there are still many obstacles, to be discussed.
While the more technology driven generation and advocates may enjoy coming to the library to be helped by robots and all kinds of futuristic machines there are those that would not. In this very complicated world there are always going to be people who are open-minded and thrive on change and those who need the print “just in case” collection. The major difference between the two groups is directly correlated with experience. A patron that uses the self check out machine is most likely to go online and do research for a paper than the one who would prefer to come into the library. Therefore programs like Library Geek are very useful tools in helping open minded individuals, overcome and learn how to navigate technology.
The Library can benefit from “tags” especially in the program department. I think that by placing tags on Library Programs and linking certain programs together, such as crafts, movies etc. Patrons could click on a topic of interest and through tags obtain information in groups. They can even subscribe to certain tags to let them know when these programs would become available, just as they receive e-mails about the holds they place.
