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You are cordially invited to participate in the Social Networking Contest for the Garfield County Libraries.

This Contest has been developed as a part of the libraries efforts to encourage staff to experiment and learn about the new and emerging technologies that the public is using or may be asking us about. I have called these technologies “Social Networking” but you will find many different names for them such as: Web 2.0, Library 2.0 and Social Software.

Social Networking is a way for people to collaborate and share information online.

“Web 2.0 and Library 2.0 may seem like just the latest technology catch phrase, but what is most important about Library 2.0 is its emphasis on service. As librarians we are all striving to provide the best possible service to our users, employing new technologies to help us achieve that goal. For Library 2.0 to be more than just a catch phrase, it must result in a Library that’s responsive to the needs of its users.” eLearning About Library 2.0 by Janet Balas, Computers in Libraries, January 2007

In order to receive prizes the contest must be completed by July 31, 2007.

If more than 25 employees participate and complete the contest, the Library will raffle off a brand new laptop!

So encourage your co-workers to participate in the contest and have some fun learning and helping each other with these exciting Internet tools!

Mindy