3: Current Developments

Current information, communication technologies, related technological developments and their effects on resources and services in libraries, information centers, and other settings

Technology and cutting edge technological developments are changing the face of librarianship. Today's generation, often called "Millenials," are more tech-saavy than ever and use technological devices such as cell phones, PDAs, GPS devices, MP3 players, weblogs, podcasts and other technologies. Some of these devices are wireless and portable, and fall under Mobile Technologies. View this PowerPoint presentation about Mobile Technologies that are changing the information landscape today.

For more detailed information about mobile technologies, this research paper on Mobile Technology, part of a group project for SIRLS course Introduction to Technology, gives detailed information about the topic, with a works cited page for further information.