Category Archives: INFO 287

Innovation Strategy & Roadmap: Tool Lending Libraries

For my innovation strategy & roadmap, I decided to do one focusing on implementing a tool lending library at the San Francisco Public Library (SFPL). Tool lending libraries are exactly what they sound like: it a part of the public … Continue reading

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Reflection #5: Infinite Learning- Learning Everywhere

Classrooms have evolved. It’s surprising, but at the same time, it’s expected, because now we can learn from pretty much anywhere. Technology has given us a free pass to online knowledge, but even offline, we see changes to how flexible … Continue reading

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Reflection #4: The Power of Stories

Stories exist all around us. Some are more readily visible to us than others, and some are more outspoken, while others may be unseen. What’s fascinating is that the world is made up of stories, and everyone has their own, … Continue reading

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Reflection #3: New Models and the Shape of Libraries

The evolution of library spaces to something beyond just books, to one that is made to be a space of learning, of playing, of exploring, of creating is always something I find awe in. I felt that same awe watching … Continue reading

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Reflection #2: Hyperlinked Environments: AI & ChatGPT

AI isn’t new, but it has become more and more relevant to academia and to libraries. Enter ChatGPT. Although I had heard about ChatGPT and know of it, I never used it (this statement held true up until I starting … Continue reading

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Reflection #1: Hyperlinked Libraries

Libraries are meant to be inclusive. They’re spaces made by both the community and by librarians, built upon conversations and actions taken to make them into what they are today. In my mind, I associate the concept of the hyperlinked … Continue reading

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Assignment X: The Evolution of Libraries (and their spaces)

Libraries are more than just books. They have evolved to be more than just places to read— they serve as places to interact, to create, and to actively be involved with the community. It’s a space meant for everyone.  But that … Continue reading

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Introduction post!

Hello everyone, I’m Donna, and it’s nice to meet you all! I’m happy to accompany you all on the journey as we learn more about the hyperlinked library 🙂 One of the main reasons why I choose this class was … Continue reading

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