Category: 2016

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Rocket Science is Easy

“Rocket Science is Easy” Urban Librarians Conference. Brooklyn, NY.

Abstract: There is a different between a complicated and a complex problems. Both are hard, but complicated problems deal with known approaches, variables, and parameters. Complex problems are full of unknowns, shifting parameters, and unanticipated connections. Getting a rocket to the moon? Complicated. Helping immigrants find their place in a community? Complex. Library science is complex as librarians must navigate the intricacies of knowledge and human behavior. This presentation presents the vital importance of librarians in the complex tasks of building communities.

Slides: Rocket Science is Easy

Audio:

BPL from R. David Lankes on Vimeo.

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The Myths of Innovation

“The Myths of Innovation” Georgia Virtual Staff Development Day. Web.

Abstract: Many see innovation as a sort of grand effort from a gifted few. Innovation seems characterized by the start-up, or the creative class. Yet innovation, adoption of positive change, is essential to all institutions and is actually an obligation of the professional – including the librarian. This session will examine the myths of innovation, how these myths can prevent positive change, and examples of locally grown innovation that makes a difference to librarianship.

Slides: GeorgiaRealPDF

Audio:

The Myths of Innovation from R. David Lankes on Vimeo.

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Librarianship: Saving The World One Community At A Time

“Librarianship: Saving The World One Community At A Time” VALA 2016. Melbourne, Australia.

Abstract: We live in uncertain times of war, protest, terrorism, economic austerity, ecological disasters, and mass surveillance. What can librarians do to help communities in such turbulent times? Lankes will discuss how a proactive librarianship can build an alternative path to the growing “security versus freedom” narrative. Librarianship can shine in times of crisis, but it requires a focus on improving society over informing customers.
Slides: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/Presentations/2016/VALA.pdf
Audio: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/pod/2016/VALA.mp3

There is a video of the talk for VALA members.

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Librarianship in the Growing Information Domain…or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Information

“Librarianship in the Growing Information Domain…or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Information” University of Sydney Library’s Experts Program Series. Sydney, NSW, Australia.

Abstract: How do librarians and libraries fit in the new information landscape? How does the L fit with the I in LIS?

Slides: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/Presentations/2016/Sydney.pdf

Audio: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/pod/2016/Sydney.mp3

Librarianship in the Growing Information Domain…or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Information from R. David Lankes on Vimeo.

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Building an Academic Platform for the Future (and NOW)

“Building an Academic Platform for the Future (and NOW)” Reinventing the Library
The Future Role of Libraries within SUNY and Beyond. Syracuse, NY.

Abstract: The importance of seeing the academic library as both platform and publisher.

Slides: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/Presentations/2016/SUNY.pdf

Audio: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/pod/2016/SUNY.mp3

Building an Academic Platform for the Future (and NOW) from R. David Lankes on Vimeo.

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The Obligation of Innovation

“The Obligation of Innovation” OLA Super Conference 2016. Toronto, ON, Canada.

Abstract: Librarians must lead their communities in innovation by example. If our libraries are to be incubators of new ideas, librarians must model creativity, adaptability, continuous learning, and leading change that makes a difference. This isn’t about apps, or looking like Silicon Valley, it is about weaving together new ideas and expertise locally. Lankes will make the case for innovation as a core attribute of librarians.

Slides: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/Presentations/2016/OLA.pdf

Audio: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/pod/2016/OLA.mp3

The Obligation of Innovation from R. David Lankes on Vimeo.

OLA recorded the session so I will add the video when I get the file.