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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Infinite Learning Models, on the site 18 hours, 5 minutes ago
@carlys First of all: yes!! I, too, am hopeful adults will get more encouragement to play. Gamification is a great tool toward that end. Your collaboration experience reminded me of an other-side-of-the-spectrum experience I had at work–we had professional brainstormers come in and teach us the ins and outs of excellent brainstorming. The…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Narrative Inquiry: Improving Our Libraries Through Stories, on the site 18 hours, 32 minutes ago
Hi Alana, You introduced the phrase “narrative inquiry” to me through this reflection–thank you! The concept itself was familiar to me through some of our program’s research proposal assignments. I kept going back to interviews and focus groups as essential ways to gather “data,” even when surveys and statistics were also available reference…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson wrote a new post on the site Alexis' #HyperLib Blog 18 hours, 42 minutes ago
Infinite Learning: Learning through Play Learning through play can lead to unexpected discoveries with multiple layers of benefits. Getting into the headspace to play, however, […]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, The literacy of listening, on the site 1 days, 17 hours ago
Great thoughts here, @rcsyme.
This is just one idea — the concept drew a connection in my mind to what in the entertainment industry we call “screening” a program vs. watching it. It’s a distinctly different experience. Screening is when you pay attention for a specific reason–you could be a network exec screening for overall quality, a…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Welcome to Module 13: Reflective Practice, on the site 1 days, 18 hours ago
After watching this lecture, I now want to take a slow walk across one of these zig-zag bridges! I’ve crossed them before, but I didn’t realize the significance. I’m not particularly worried about evading evil spirits at the moment, but I love the idea of appreciating different points of view.
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Alexis L. Johnson wrote a new post on the site Alexis' #HyperLib Blog 2 days, 18 hours ago
The Power of Stories: Facilitating Powerful Connections “We’ve been talking about the power of stories for a long time in our field. Libraries have always been about access to the stories of […]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, New Horizons in Academic Libraries, on the site 4 days, 18 hours ago
Hi Jennifer,
Great topic. I would’ve loved this “libraries resembling a think tank” concept when I was an undergrad (and physically attending a campus instead of doing online courses). Much of my brainstorming at that time was done in dorm rooms instead of our beautiful library spaces because the beautiful library spaces were silent inside and…[Read more] -
Alexis L. Johnson wrote a new post on the site Alexis' #HyperLib Blog 6 days, 21 hours ago
New Horizons: Shared-Use and Placemaking in Library Spaces Creative researcher Matt Finch sees “the library as a place which lets you step inside a story” (Paraschiv, 2017, para. 10). I see Sto […]
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@alexisljohnson you really hit on something with the idea that stories could save lives and libraries could save lives. I really agree with this. That’s why I am so adamant that all stories should be available in the library for people to access in whatever form they take.
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Hi Alexis, I was captivated by your article because of the stunning photo that I noticed in your thumbnail. I am with you in that I think high school me would have found this unique library setting as an alternative to my shopping at the mall days. The Storyhouse is taking the concept of visiting the library to another level. The photo is just jaw-dropping, especially with all that spacious and wide availability to sit where one pleases or to have something to eat after one’s studies. And then the other amenities offered by the Salt Lake City Public Library, such as having a library store and a public radio station would be an astonishing experience. This shared space idea is truly a balancing act and one that more communities should consider because you never know how powerful the outcome can be.
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HI Alexis,
This is a unique and really cool concept which essentially turns a library into a little town of its own. This seems like a safe space for teens and adults alike to share space, read, listen, shop and learn. I also would have lived here as a teenager! Great post!
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Innovation Strategy & Roadmap: Oakland's Roots – A Community Driven Archive Project, on the site 1 weeks, 3 days ago
Hi @ayeouest, Wow, this is a profound program I wish to be real beyond ASU (if it’s not already further adopted)–for communities in Oakland, and at library systems across the U.S. and the globe. Since when we create structures (e.g., taxonomies for types of stories that may exist), they are inherently limiting, the idea of crowd-sourcing stories,…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Action brief: Scout campouts at the Museum of Flight, on the site 1 weeks, 3 days ago
Hi Nicole, I love this! My daughter is currently a member of BSA and goes on camping trips. If we lived in the area, I would wholeheartedly send her to this event. She’s the great-granddaughter of a couple of early pilots (airplane and helicopter), so something like this would allow her to learn about their professional worlds. I also appreciate…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, New Horizons: Nature and Creativity, on the site 1 weeks, 3 days ago
Hi @rcsyme,
Thank you for your thoughtful response. That’s a great point about there being a warm-up time at the beginning of an activity, but by the end, everyone is engaged. You have me reflecting now, and I believe that’s exactly right about introverts. I think there’s a desire to feel welcome and safe in any activity, which does…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Reflection Blogging on Hyperlink Environments, on the site 1 weeks, 6 days ago
Samantha, This is a great program you’ve highlighted. I personally could stand to take the “Odds and Ends” class on the flyer. I would’ve sent my college dormmates to the “Bare Essential Cooking” session–they did not yet know how to boil water in a microwave or pop popcorn! Often by no fault of our own, we all have different levels of…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integration in Libraries, on the site 1 weeks, 6 days ago
This is great, Leslie! All eyes seem to be on the potential of AI in every industry right now. I’ve heard it described as a force multiplier or something that adds momentum to any activity we’ve been doing before. I have run some tests with my writing teams in the corporate world, and I have found that there are definitely areas where AI struggles…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson wrote a new post on the site Alexis' #HyperLib Blog 1 weeks, 6 days ago
Innovation Strategy & Roadmap: AI in the Public Library Hi Everyone, Here is the link to my Canva Innovation Strategy & Roadmap. For this assignment, I chose one of my local library […]
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Hi Alexis, I really enjoyed reading through your assignment. I feel like it really highlights the different ways AI can be used and embraced in libraries.
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Hi Alexis,
I enjoyed how you implemented experiential learning into this project, so users can get hands-on experience and apply their own questions and interests when exploring AI. I agree with you that our choices can determine the impact of technology and whether it is used for good. I think your project shows an area where libraries can provide a lot of insight as we can help people think critically about technology like AI to decide how, if, and when to use it.
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Innovation strategy and roadmap: The library labyrinth, on the site 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Rachel, This is incredible! This is so well-planned, and I think it’s beautiful how you’ve connected the effort with the community’s mental health. I have found firsthand with my kids that “play” is such a beautiful, healthy, human thing for the soul. In your real-life experience with a labyrinth program, I’m curious if anyone was shy about…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Hyperlinked Job Description – "You have Curiosity…focused energy…", on the site 2 weeks, 2 days ago
What an incredible job! It does sound like it has much in common with this class. I would love to meet the person who wrote that description — they sound like a particularly engaged and interesting library professional, in addition to likely all those who applied for the position. Thank you for sharing this.
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Alexis L. Johnson wrote a new post on the site Alexis' #HyperLib Blog 3 weeks ago
Hyperlinked Environments: European Libraries Support Refugees I typically focus on libraries’ digital aspects: online spaces, content, programs, and connections between communities. However, when […]
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@alexisljohnson your last paragraph is very powerful and right on target for reflecting on what is happening in European library. I agree the place that is the library can be so important to those who need it for various reason in times of turmoil.
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Alexis L. Johnson posted a new activity comment 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Thank you for sharing this! I’m always interested in hearing more about what’s going on with recommendations in digital spaces. I’ll check it out.
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Reflection Blog: Hyperlinked Communities, on the site 3 weeks, 5 days ago
Thank you for this reflection! It was timely for me to read. I brought my teen into our local library’s teen space for the first time last week, and she ultimately felt uncomfortable there even though we were so excited to visit. I’ve been reflecting on it since. There were many “right ingredients” in the space, but something wasn’t clicking…[Read more]
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Alexis L. Johnson commented on the post, Assignment X: Removing ALL Barriers, on the site 3 weeks, 6 days ago
Hi Cayla,
What a wonderful exploration of this topic! I love the breakdown of current major barriers and the consideration of how to get beyond them.
This is a great quote, “The hyperlinked library prioritizes service and people over materials.” I live near a gorgeous library that requires patrons to live within certain (wealthy) zip codes…[Read more]
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