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Maria Atilano

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2015

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Stop, Collaborate And Listen: Identifying Partnerships To Strengthen Your Library’S Relevance In The Community, Lisandra R. Carmichael, Maria Atilano, Cat Silvers Nov 2015

Stop, Collaborate And Listen: Identifying Partnerships To Strengthen Your Library’S Relevance In The Community, Lisandra R. Carmichael, Maria Atilano, Cat Silvers

Maria Atilano

Libraries are under pressure to demonstrate their value within their constantly evolving educational institutions or in their communities. The presenters will propose skills to strengthen library relevance that are applicable to all libraries: STOP – Evaluate where you are. Assess your current practices and determine areas for improvement. COLLABORATE - Identify opportunities for partnerships with organizations or groups whose goals align with yours. LISTEN - Garner feedback from users via social media and other platforms such as surveys and user interactions.

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Connect, Explore, Soar: Innovative Technologies And Services In Library Learning Commons, Lisandra R. Carmichael, Cat Silvers, Paul Mosley, Michael Kucsak, Maria Atilano Nov 2015

Connect, Explore, Soar: Innovative Technologies And Services In Library Learning Commons, Lisandra R. Carmichael, Cat Silvers, Paul Mosley, Michael Kucsak, Maria Atilano

Maria Atilano

How do libraries create an environment that fosters critical thinking, cultural growth and collaboration, while being recognized in their communities for innovation? Connect: Solicit and assess user needs and preferences through surveys and statistics. Explore: Incorporate innovative technology such as instructional displays, wayfinding, and iPads, as well as create content for these technologies. Soar: Reach for success by writing and implementing a marketing and outreach plan that appeals to various audiences.

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Tweet With Them, Not At Them: Social Media Listening As A Form Of Student Engagement, Maria Atilano Oct 2015

Tweet With Them, Not At Them: Social Media Listening As A Form Of Student Engagement, Maria Atilano

Maria Atilano

Social media and networking tools such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram are often used by groups to communicate information to their constituents. Over the past two years, UNF’s Thomas G. Carpenter Library has used its social media accounts not only to communicate, but also to listen. By monitoring keywords, hashtags, and geotags, the Library has kept tabs on what has been said about our services, resources, spaces, staff, and more. The act of listening has also allowed us to begin conversations with our audience, specifically students, in a fun and engaging way. This presentation will share the variety of exchanges …

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