Where are we going with Library 2.0 and Web 2.0? I like the way Michael Stephens talks about how a User-centered libraries breakdown barriers and allow users access wherever they are: home, work, commuting, school, or at the library. I like the idea of people not being forced to come into the library to get the information they need. Access should be available wherever whenever it is needed. I also like the idea of just because it's cool doesn't mean libraries should have it. They still need to evaluate what is needed by their users and try and supply those resources to them.
Chip Nilges from OCLC talks about worldcat and making it available to everyone without having to log on to the database. I use www.worldcat.org a lot and show many people what a valuable tools this is. I can't wait to see what OCLC has in store for the future.
I am really enjoying seeing how technology has changed in the 30 years I have been working in libraries. I can't wait to see what the next 30 years has waiting for us. I keep having people say that soon libraries will not be needed. I really don't think that is an issue unless libraries don't keep up with the current technology.
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