Berry Iii, John N. "Library 2.0 Comes into View." Library Journal 2007, 132 ed.: 10-10.
Written by the renowned and revered John Berry of Library Journal this op-ed piece is a reliable fixture in each magazine issue. This particular piece focuses on the horizon or future of libraries as they embrace 2.0 methodology.
Barry feels compeled to convey his insights after reading Laura Cohen, of University of Albany Library, blog titled "Library 2.0 Manifesto". In the piece, which Barry quotes several lines from, Cohen makes goal statements as to how she will work with her library, staff, and services to better understand and evolve towards 2.0 changes. Interesting to note is Cohen's admission that change in libraries is a slow process. I found the quoted piece ironic because change is mentioned yet the impression of giving up hope or discounting the speed or efficiency of change to take place.
Barry cites the recent decision of U. Michigan library to offer six specializations in their SLIS program, all falling under the umbrella of "social networking". Barry makes claim that this move while embracing 2.0 changes is also ironic as social networking is all around students in an academic world.
Barry's closing focuses on the change brought about by newer institutions who push the envelope of change. Barry believes the current changes are no different than prior generations of change. The blending of the old and new, usually with the new pushing the old, develops, instills, and affirms the need for library services.
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