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September 2019 Library Tech Newsbytes

Read news about the third annual library 2.0 virtual conference, the 2020 census, the first IMLS grant for esports, the end of tablet computers, and more.

September 04, 2019

Libraries

A Journalist's Guide to Finding the Data You Need — Part One

A decade of open data activism has left us with unprecedented access to many kinds of data. Find out who has data now, and how you can get your hands on it!

September 03, 2019

Libraries

Simple JavaScript Coding Lessons for Teens

You can advance the coding skills of your teen patrons using JavaScript coding, which builds on HTML and CSS by adding interactivity to web pages.

August 28, 2019

Libraries

August 2019 Library Tech Newsbytes

Read news about the ALA intellectual freedom resources, reduced access to digital content, the top 10 books by librarians, ranking libraries, and more!

August 02, 2019

Libraries

The Latest Library Tech Trends for 2019 from the LITA Top Tech Trends Committee

Read what s diverse panel of library technology experts had to say about trends and advances in library technology at the 2019 ALA Annual Conference.

July 31, 2019

Libraries

What the Heck Is a Digital Pop-up Library?

A dozen or so libraries across the country have begun to offer the public access to mobile hotspots that allow access to the library's e-book collection.

July 29, 2019

Libraries

July 2019 Library Tech Newsbytes

Read news on a crowdfunding platform just for libraries, lactation pods, a library-sponsored drag prom, a browser add-on, secrets of librarians, and more.

July 10, 2019

Libraries

How to Discover What Your Community Really Wants

It is vital that public libraries understand the needs and interests of their communities and patrons. Read about WebJunction's Basket of Discovery Tools.

July 02, 2019

Libraries

How to Have the "Hygiene Talk" with Patrons Who Really Need It

The question that can arise with some library supervisors is when do I have the right to discuss a hygiene issue with a patron? Find the answer here.

June 28, 2019

Libraries

June 2019 Library Tech Newsbytes

Read the news about a cybersecurity tool to discover your vulnerabilities, reinventing tool lending, makerspace games, and eliminating overdue fines.

June 03, 2019

Libraries

Simple Coding Lessons for Teens

In one school year, teens at the Spring Branch in Harris County Public Library used HTML and CSS coding to create web pages. Read all about it!

May 28, 2019

Libraries

Emilio Estevez Talks Public Libraries with Urban Libraries Council

Emilio Estevez talks about his inspiration and research for the film The Public and the roles of 21st-century libraries and issues facing their communities.

May 24, 2019