Adopting an Emerging Technology at Adams
LibraryBrendan Ryan
Analysis
1.What area will we need to be familiar with as staff to meet student needs?
2.What device would best complement our collections as currently constituted?
3.What technology is likely to have the most near-term impact on higher education?
2. Cross-platform compatibility
1. File Formats
3. Utility
File formats.azw
CROSS-PLATFORM
UTILITY
1. Accepts ePub format
2. Is able to sync with a personal
Dropbox
3. Good PDF reading apps are readily
available in app markets
4. Android based OS
1. The market for Android apps is
rapidly growing
SecurityEnsure that user credentials are not comprised1. Google Account
1.Email, Calendar, Payment information for Google Play or other App markets
2. Kobo Account
Pilot Program
Give staff and student workers an opportunity to assess the technology
Online Multimedia Materials
1. LibGuides
2. Snapguide
3. Text and email
line
Workshops
1. Peer to Peer2. At other facilities
on campus3. Among faculty,
staff, and students
Skill Sharing
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