This week, CMLE’s Recommended EdTech Tool and Recommended App(s) have been combined. MIT Libraries has created an online site with a collection of apps hand selected for academic librarians. This link will direct you to a page titled Apps for Academics: Mobile Websites and Apps. The tabs long the top or the column on the left hand side can be used to navigate the site content. The information is categorized by the following areas of interest;
This month, PEW Research Center released a report on the importance of libraries. This report explores the relationship that parents of minor children have with public libraries. More than 2,000 people completed a phone survey in October-November 2012. The research found adults with children valued libraries; directly linking library experiences with the increased love of books and enhanced reading skills in their children. Other findings include;
Parents themselves are considerably more likely than other adults to use library services.
Parents are more likely to be interested in expanding library services and adding future tech-related services.
Mothers stand out when it comes to reading and libraries.
Lower income parents are more likely to view library services as very important.
Parents are more likely to be interested in expanding library services and adding future tech-related services.
Please note, beginning Wednesday, May 22nd through Tuesday, August 13th the CMLE offices will be closed on Fridays. However, we will have extended hours Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
A real estate site called Movoto strives to make home-buying an enjoyable and engaging process. As an extension of the site they created Movoto Blog to inject a little humor into the process. Recently they selected the Top 10 Nerdiest Cities in America.
Just for fun, take a moment to read the full article and the “must have” necessities used to formulate their list.
Check out number 5!
Partnering with libraries for visioning, advocating, and educating
