Do Libraries Have a Future?
Do Libraries Have a Future? discusses the present and future roles of libraries. The program is designed to stimulate discussion among library workers and encourage them to take actions to ensure their library remains relevant well into the future..
Running Time
34 mins
Year
2013
Kanopy ID
1157429
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Comments (4)
Re-branding, naval gazing, center of learning, community. This is a must see for all librarians. I work in academia and found this relevant for me.
Librarians are predominantly women, so why are almost all the interviewees men?
Does it really matter?
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"The participants in the program were chosen by a multicultural group of librarians that spanned different areas of the profession. They were tasked with finding a ...Read more
Thanks for your comment! We've reached out to our supplier regarding this and they have provided the following feedback:
"The participants in the program were chosen by a multicultural group of librarians that spanned different areas of the profession. They were tasked with finding a diverse group of people considered library futurists, leaders, and trend setters that were willing to share their expertise on camera and we used all who were suggested and willing to participate. We always strive to include a diverse range of participants in our programs and we are proud of the participants and the interesting range of thoughts and concepts expressed in this program. "Do Libraries Have a Future?" also was written, directed, and produced by a woman. We're sorry that it does not meet your expectations."
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