Questions and Answers about Social Networking in Libraries

Why should libraries consider using social networking?


Social networking can help libraries connect with their
patrons, interact with their patrons and staff, publicize their services and
programs and run their libraries more effectively.


What social networking application is the most popular with
libraries?


It depends on what kind of library you are as well as your
community and goals. Using a blogging platform for your library website is
becoming popular as are facebook, myspace, twitter, squidoo and library thing.


What is the most important thing to consider when beginning
to use social networking with your library?


Your goals as well as how you can best reach your target
audience and the reasons why you are using the application or site that you
have chosen.


How is social networking changing the face of libraries?

It is allowing libraries to reach out more to tech savy
patrons, and generation yers all while offering unique services and saving
money.