Library 2.011 World‐wide Virtual Conference, “The Future of Libraries in the Digital Age”, November 2‐4, 2011

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to present a conference report on the unique organizational features and the common themes found among the three keynote speeches of the Library 2.011 World Wide Virtual Conference held on the internet on November 2‐4, 2011.

Design/methodology/approach

This report was generated based on the author’s personal participation and observation of a virtual conference and a descriptive method was used to report on and summarize the major subjects of three keynote presentations.

Findings

The paper finds that Library 2.0 is still a live practice among libraries, and the concept itself has become an inspiring theoretical starting point for re‐examining information profession, information literacy, and information management behaviours.

Originality/value

This article sorts out the theoretical directions of Library 2.0’s research, which will provide a reflective and guiding tool for evaluating current library practice and designing future innovative library services.

Citation

Wang, M. (2011), "Library 2.011 World‐wide Virtual Conference, “The Future of Libraries in the Digital Age”, November 2‐4, 2011", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 28 No. 10, pp. 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1108/07419051111202637