Digital media labs are popping up at several public libraries across the globe. Having a clear idea of how patrons might use your lab to meet their personal and professional goals will help drive your logistics and daily operations by giving access to large amounts of information to users wherever they are and whenever they need it. It includes the basic equipment and software patrons need for graphic design, digital photography, audio and video recording, and more. Public libraries exist mainly to encourage innovation, creativity, and lifelong learning, and many individuals simply lack the means to acquire the equipment and software needed to learn skills for digital content creation. Resources like public digital media labs could go a long way toward providing those opportunities and bridging economic divides. In addition to this, it also provides access to primary information sources as well. The Digital Lab will engage patrons in a wide range of activities and projects which include the following:
Transferring VHS tape to DVD
Recording an instructional video segment for a local business
Drawing Manga using a tablet and illustration software
Laying down beats, recording original vocals, then uploading the song to Soundcloud
Creating an original model to make with a 3D printer
Scanning pictures and creating a slideshow to celebrate a personal milestone
Repairing a damaged photo, then surprising a loved one with a high-quality print of the restored version
Recording a podcast
Programming a robot to complete a task
Designing an invitation
Editing a video and sharing it on YouTube
Earning a filmmaking badge as part of a scouting program
Photographing products for an online store promotion
Rehearsing with a band for an upcoming musical performance
Examples of the use of Digital Labs
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7 replies on “Digital Lab in the Library”
Yes miss, it is housed in the Adult library in NLB.
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Interesting
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Yes indeed I agree, it will attract people to come and use the equipment.
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Hi Sosa. I agree that public libraries have a responsibility to promoting innovation, creativity and lifelong learning. Having a digital library within the public library space will be beneficial to both the patron and the library. I say this because of your point on persons not having access to equipment a digital library would house but it will also be beneficial to the library because more patron will visit the library to access the equipment.
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Digital labs in libraries are one of the best creative spaces you can find. The hardware and software needed to create audio-visual projects are very expensive and not affordable to many persons in a society. The library providing this service can bridge this divide and encourage creativity and innovation among its clientele. Also, did you know that NALIS has a digital sound recording lab for the visually impaired?
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I didn’t know this, maybe I should take a walk and observe the recent developments. Thanks, Kazim!
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I didn’t know this either! Is it in the national library building?
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