Wilson, Shibrie
Zickuhr, K., & Rainie, L. (2014, September 10). Young Americans and Public Libraries. Retrieved from http://www.pewinternet.org/2014/09/10/younger-americans-and-public-libraries/
The article discusses that there are three different "generations" of young Americans. These different generations include high schoolers, college-aged, and a third generation is 25-29. Many of Millennials use the internet specifically social networks. Though an interesting concept is that millennials find that a lot of important information is not available on the internet. It vital that libraries embrace media landscapes used by these younger generations. Though study found that from 2012 to 2013 persons who visited library decreased, there was a increase in amount of people utilizing the websites. Younger Americans are satisfied with technology usage at libraries and what they are able to access.
Opinion:
This article provided more statistics based on surveys of Young Americans. From reading this journal and others discussing similar topic it seems as though libraries are doing an exceptional job provide adequate technology services.
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Millennials & Libraries
Wilson, Shibrie
Manalli, S. (2015, August 20). Millennials Among US. Retrieved from http://publiclibrariesonline.org/2015/08/millennials-among-us/
There are different names to describe Millennials, such as "the Next Generation, the Echo Boomers, the Y Generation, or the Generation Why?" Millennials were introduced to technology during early part of their lives and have not lived without such. This generation is extremely different in comparison to prior generation in regards to how they view the world. According to the article a survey found that 77 percent of millennials are interested in libraries due to "information accessed, stored, and applied." Study found that millennials would like to transform libraries in which enhance technology. Millennials provide a fresh perspective to patrons of all ages and different scopes of technology.
Opinion:
I thoroughly enjoyed this article because it provided positive feedback about millennials and their contributions to technology. Millennials are an asset to library community and have the gift teaching all patrons about technology and its importance. Millennials can bring a new since of excitement to library programs.
Manalli, S. (2015, August 20). Millennials Among US. Retrieved from http://publiclibrariesonline.org/2015/08/millennials-among-us/
There are different names to describe Millennials, such as "the Next Generation, the Echo Boomers, the Y Generation, or the Generation Why?" Millennials were introduced to technology during early part of their lives and have not lived without such. This generation is extremely different in comparison to prior generation in regards to how they view the world. According to the article a survey found that 77 percent of millennials are interested in libraries due to "information accessed, stored, and applied." Study found that millennials would like to transform libraries in which enhance technology. Millennials provide a fresh perspective to patrons of all ages and different scopes of technology.
Opinion:
I thoroughly enjoyed this article because it provided positive feedback about millennials and their contributions to technology. Millennials are an asset to library community and have the gift teaching all patrons about technology and its importance. Millennials can bring a new since of excitement to library programs.
Millennials are Library Patrons
Wilson, Shibrie
Peet, L. (2014, September 16). Pew Report Finds Millennials are Readers, Library Users. Retrieved from http://lj.libraryjournal.com/2014/09/youth-services/pew-report-finds-millennials-are-readers-library-users/#_
Research has found that Millennials are reading just as much as adults. Millennials are defined as any person born between 1985-1998. Millennials and their involvement in library vary in numerous ways in comparison to older adults. According to the study, "Millennials read about as much as older adults, with 43 percent saying that they read a book in some format (print, audiobook, or ebook) every day. The difference is that Millennials are more likely to utilize the public library website in comparison to older patrons. This due to fact that majority of Millennials find the internet easier to use in regards to physically searching for materials. The difference with Millennials is that they do not receive full experience of library services because they are more likely to use internet.
Opinion:
Being that I am considered a Millennial I find it disturbing that individuals feel that if the library were to close it would not impact community. This generation wants everything with a click of the button in which has its pros and cons. It is great that they are using resources in which library has provided for research, but it is important to know more that one perspective of library.
Peet, L. (2014, September 16). Pew Report Finds Millennials are Readers, Library Users. Retrieved from http://lj.libraryjournal.com/2014/09/youth-services/pew-report-finds-millennials-are-readers-library-users/#_
Research has found that Millennials are reading just as much as adults. Millennials are defined as any person born between 1985-1998. Millennials and their involvement in library vary in numerous ways in comparison to older adults. According to the study, "Millennials read about as much as older adults, with 43 percent saying that they read a book in some format (print, audiobook, or ebook) every day. The difference is that Millennials are more likely to utilize the public library website in comparison to older patrons. This due to fact that majority of Millennials find the internet easier to use in regards to physically searching for materials. The difference with Millennials is that they do not receive full experience of library services because they are more likely to use internet.
Opinion:
Being that I am considered a Millennial I find it disturbing that individuals feel that if the library were to close it would not impact community. This generation wants everything with a click of the button in which has its pros and cons. It is great that they are using resources in which library has provided for research, but it is important to know more that one perspective of library.
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