(I really like mashups, and I had a great opportunity in
Aaron Coutu’s LSC521 Public Library Services to write a grant
for a YA mashup program). Mashups are
proof that postmodern art is still very much alive and well!
&“We cannot hide from these technologies, but neither should we automatically assume that such technologies are inherently beneficial or without consequence.” Peter Fernandez
Peter Fernandez. “Online Social Networking Sites and
Privacy: Revisiting Ethical Considerations for a New Generation of Technology.”
Library Philosophy and Practice 2009
&“We run the risk that users might steal collection material or that dirty documents caked in lead dust or mold might injure staff or patrons. We particularly run risks when we duplicate materials for patrons. It is an essential part of our service, but one that needs to be managed by knowledgeable practice and procedures.” Peter Hirtle
Hirtle, Peter. “Update on a Legal Action Against a Cultural Institution.” LibraryLaw Blog February 18, 2012
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Fernandez and Hirtle remind us how difficult these issues are both ethically and legally. It drives home the point just how important it is to tackle these issues as a profession because such concepts are so complex. Stefanie and I working on policy-making for our final project, and I have learned how important it is for librarians to have resources to refer to. Here are just a few to start:
ALA http://www.ala.org/advocacy/copyright
ALA’s Principles for the Networked
World http://www.ala.org/offices/sites/ala.org.offices/files/content/oitp/publications/issuebriefs/principles/principles.pdf
