Libraries in the Internet Age

I love the people at Common Craft. I follow their blog to keep up with what is new and trending in a variety of areas: economics, technology, social media and more. The best part is their "explainer videos" and despite the fact that they look simple, they really help you grasp big concepts. This one, of course, is near and dear to me. Please take a moment to check it out! Common Craft Blog Posted: 31 Mar 2015 10:10 AM PDT Click here to view our  New Video: Libraries in the Internet Age We’ve released a new video and it’s not an explanation of hot new technology. In fact, it’s easy to assume that this subject hasn't changed in 100 years. Our new video is about libraries, and specifically, how they have evolved in the Internet Age.  Many of our wonderful supporters are libraries and librarians. In talking with them, we discovered that one of the biggest challenges they face is one of perception.  To many, libraries are relics. In the age of Google, Amazon and Wikipedia it’s easy to think that libraries haven’t changed; that they are from a by-gone era. But the truth is, they have evolved and this video explains how and why. It teaches: Why information is the real focus of every library How the Internet has impacted libraries Why more information isn’t always better How libraries and librarians help us navigate information What you are likely to find in libraries today Did you watch it?  What do you think?   Post a comment and share your thoughts!