Library Camps and Unconferences (The Tech Set) 1. udgave

More and more libraries are working to organize their own library camps or 'unconferences' - open, friendly and refreshingly informal gatherings for librarians to unite, exchange ideas, and share knowledge. 'Library Camps and Unconferences' provides you with the practical, step-by-step guidance you need to bring your vision of organizing a library camp to life. Author Steve Lawson walks you through the process from start-to-finish, with guidance for setting a date and location, organizing important technological components, planning events, and gathering equipment. You'll find advice for setting a budget, marketing your camp, and conference-day management, as well as tips for dealing with unexpected problems and methods for evaluating your camp's success. Whether you've planned library camps before or you're a first time organizer, this 'Tech Set' title will enable a thought provoking, productive, and friendly event for you and your LIS peers.