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Web 2.0 technologies have been seen by many information professionals as critical to the future development of library services. This has led to the use of the term Library 2.0 to denote the kind of service that is envisaged. There has been considerable debate about what Library 2.0 might encompass, but, in the context of information literacy, it can be described as the application of interactive, collaborative, and multimedia technologies to web-based library services and collections.
These developments challenge librarians involved in information literacy with more complex and diverse web content, a range of exciting new tools with which to teach, and a steep learning curve to adjust to the constant change of the Web 2.0 world.
This edited collection from an international team of experts provides a practically-based overview of emerging Library 2.0 tools and technologies for information literacy practitioners; addresses the impact of the adoption of these technologies on information literacy teaching; provides case study exemplars for practitioners to help inform their practice; and examines the implications of Library 2.0 for the training of information literacy professionals.
Key topics include:

School Library 2.0: new skills and knowledge for the future information literacy, Web 2.0 and public libraries the blog as an assessment tool using Wikipedia to eavesdrop on the scholarly conversation information literacy and RSS feeds library instruction on the go: podcasting sparking Flickrs of insight into controlled vocabularies and subject searching joining the YouTube conversation to teach information literacy going beyond Google teaching information literacy through digital games.

Readership : This book will be essential reading for all library and information practitioners and policy makers with responsibility for developing and delivering information literacy programmes to their users. It will also be of great interest to students of library and information studies.

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Library Journal Review

While there are many books on the burgeoning phenomenon of Web 2.0, this one, with an impressive array of contributing experts, presents a unique perspective on how best to use Web 2.0 in a classroom setting. The text provides clear examples of how the philosophies, tools, and technologies that encompass Web 2.0--and, by extension, Library 2.0--can be leveraged to enhance and promote IL. The four parts cover the basics: implications for IL learning, Library 2.0 and IL in practice, and consideration of the future. Interesting case studies and some step-by-step instructions are provided for integrating new technologies such as blogs, wikis, podcasts, RSS, and other social networking tools into curricula. Although there's a heavy emphasis on delivery in an academic setting, there are dedicated chapters for both public and school libraries. A quick read, albeit a little short on illustrations, that succeeds in introducing thought-provoking tips and strategies for enhancing both the virtual and physical learning environment. Recommended reading for academic librarians, or anyone teaching information literacy.--Judy Brink-Drescher, Dowling Coll., Oakdale, NY (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Booklist Review

Written by a panel of international experts, this work begins by introducing tools of Library 2.0 for information literacy (IL). The second part addresses implications for IL learning for both future librarians and school and public libraries. The third part focuses on specific applications such as blogs, Wikipedia, RSS feeds, podcasting, tags, Flickr, YouTube, and Google. The concluding part addresses digital games and summarizes the work. An index enables readers to find topics of interest to them and related areas within other chapters. Some chapters include an extensive bibliography of print and online resources, while others include only references cited. Screen captures provide visuals, although more of these would be appreciated. The global coverage of this work encourages a recommendation for any library wishing to examine the use of Web 2.0  technologies for IL and to reach out to patrons in general.--Rofofsky Marcus, Sara Copyright 2008 Booklist

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Peter Godwin is Academic Liaison Librarian at the University of Bedfordshire and Jo Parker is the Head of Information Literacy at the Open University Library.