Library Technology
Technology Support and Consultation
As the Library Technology Consultant I can:
- Provide technology advice to libraries, including in-library networks, online catalogs, internet access, and more.
- Offer one-on-one and group technology and SLED Databases training opportunities to staff in Alaska libraries.
- Provide software advice and training to staff of our Division.
- Promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) resources to libraries.
Contact me if you have technology questions!
Technology Guides
- Digital Literacy GuideA collection of tutorials, fact sheets and more to help you do more on the internet.
- Emerging TechnologiesA guide to new technologies and how they might be used in libraries.
- Internet & Technology Inventory ToolkitTools to help you inventory and manage your library internet and technology.
- Technology Planning for LibrariesAn online resource guide for librarians on how to create a technology plan.
- Web FilteringInformation related to technology protection measures, aka filtering.
- Wireless NetworkingCustomizing your small library WiFi network
Stay Informed
- Library Technology GuidesProvides comprehensive and objective information surrounding the many different types of technology products and services used by libraries.
- The Wired LibraryPublic Libraries Online's library technology column.
Resources
- Technology InterviewHow to conduct a technology interview. Colorado State Library.
- Technology Tutorials for Library StaffIncludes Tech Training Tips, Proficiency with Technology, Find Answers, and more. Colorado State Library.
Library Technology Consultant &
OWL Program Manager
OWL Program
The Alaska Online With Libraries (OWL) Program offers public libraries in Alaska:
- Zoom access,
- WhoFi WiFi analytics,
- WhoFi calendar software,
- WhoFi meeting room management software,
- Internet Cost Assistance and other funding opportunities
If you are interested in participating in any part of the OWL Program, send me an email!