: library video of the day
library video of the day

Augmented Reality App for Shelf Reading. Scans (or reads) a bookshelf, using Android’s camera.  An Augmented Reality overlay indicates the titles that are misplaced, as well as the mis-shelved items correct spot on the shelf. Demonstrated at Association of College and Research Libraries 2011 conference by its developer, Matt Hodges.

The Science Network - A Social Network Parody. A science parody of the social network trailer, changing the subject from Facebook to Pubmed. Made for a part of project by Imperial College London, MSc in Science Communication students.

HarperCollins 26+ checkouts. The Virtual Library of the Pioneer Library System decided to take a look at the print editions of HarperCollins titles. “What does wear and tear look like on a print book? Is 26 checkouts a realistic standard to apply to ebooks?”

Library Ireland Week 2011. Smart people use smart libraries. (My favorite effect — the books falling in tandem on people’s computer screens with the real books)

Library Jimmer Session | Study in groups…or by yourself. Seriously. College Basketball + Libraries = LOVE.

Aubie Asks @ the Libraries - Finding Full Text Articles. Probably one of the most unique “finding articles” tutorials I’ve seen online! Auburn Libraries has a whole series of “Aubie Asks @ the Libraries. Check ‘em out!

The Privatization Beast: Libraries. Stop the beast campaign urging residents to contact the Santa Clarita City Council to reject the privatization of their libraries.

Swansea Libraries Advert discovermore. Yet another scenario of an experience where one “discover[s] more for free at your local library.”

Swansea Libraries Advert Chocolate. Cute scenario of one person’s experience with “discover[ing] more for free at your local library.” [h/t Information Literacy Weblog]

New Storytime Commercial.  A fabulous story representing the diversity of materials a public library offers. [h/t The “M” Word — Marketing Libraries]