“Libraries Facilitating Conversations and Communities” Texas Library Association Annual Conference, Houston, TX
Abstract: At their core, libraries are about conveying knowledge and fostering the exchange of ideas through communication and conversation. This session examines the library’s continuing role in community dialogue. The speaker emphasizes how libraries can advance their communities – and their position in them – by embracing participatory Web 2.0 technologies.
Slides: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/Presentations/2009/TxLA.pdf
Audio: https://davidlankes.org/rdlankes/pod/2009/TxLA.mp3
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After having to choose between about 20 presentations in the same time slot at the TLA conference, I knew I was in the right place within 5 minutes of listening to you. I was really inspired and excited by the information you presented. Thanks for believing in the importance of knowledge.
Amy
…and in the importance of communities.