Local Libraries and Technology

I had one last assignment in class of looking into libraries and what they might offer in terms of media and technology. Amazingly enough I found a local library that offers downloadable books to the Sony Reader. For those who might be interested, it's Bloomington Public.

Along the same lines I was really disappointed in my own local library--Dakota County. Other than the normal computing courses and gaming nights for teens and children, they offer very little. One thing they offered up that I did not find at other libraries (as yet) was a class on digital cameras. Given the many downloads and the amount of technology in the hands of people (young people in particular) wouldn't a library want to find some way to get that technology & media out there?

If anyone is interested in a Wii, check out a local library. Nearly all of them have times that Wii is set up and available for gaming. Some even have the Wii Fit. It's a great way to check out the technology without having to invest in the expense. The librarians are more than willing to teach the use too.

There is so much in technology out there--software, hardware--and every day uses. Libraries need to start investing in this because these are being used in the classrooms already. They are starting to invade the workplace. People have a need to learn and there is still the whole issue of accessibility for some people. Support the libraries and ask for the technology.