Submitting Presentation Proposals for Library 2.0's "Library 2035: Imagining the Next Generation of Libraries."
We invite you to share your ideas about what the future of libraries will look like by the year 2035 and how we might prepare for that future. Proposals are welcome on a wide range of future-oriented topics, including:
- How can libraries plan for the future?
- What can libraries do to establish innovative partnerships that better connect libraries, other organizations, and the community?
- What trends are impacting the future of the library workplace and library services?
- What role will technology play in libraries in the future (e.g., AI, VR/AR, Robots, etc.) and how will that change the work of librarians/library workers?
- How can we make library work meaningful for employees during times of change? What techniques can we use to prepare and train library employees for changing roles and responsibilities in the future?
- What will library jobs of the future look like?
- What changes can we expect in terms of library resources and services in the future?
- How will libraries get the funding they need for buildings, technology, and resources in the future? And how will they be able to balance funding between brick and mortar buildings and virtual services?
- How can libraries develop a culture of open communication and transparency in the future?
The Call for Proposals Is Now OPEN
Proposals will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis starting August 8th, 2024, and closing at the latest on September 15th. The number of sessions will be limited to 15 and the call for proposals will close when we have accepted that number of sessions, so you are encouraged to get your proposal in early! If your proposal is accepted, you will be provided with the ability to schedule a presentation time that is convenient to your time zone and work schedule. Early proposal submission and acceptance will give you the most flexibility for scheduling your presentation. Presentations will be scheduled between 1:00 - 2:30 pm Pacific Time on the day of the conference, Tuesday, October 1st, 2024.
The Process:
Your presentation proposal, once submitted, will be listed on the Library 2.0 website, with the opportunity for members of this network to view, comment on, and/or "like" your presentation proposal. This will give you and the other members of this site the chance to share ideas and to make connections before, during, and after the conference. Additionally, it will allow us to gauge the popularity of your topic or approach. It is our intention that all serious proposals be given the opportunity to be presented.
Presentation Guidelines:
Session slots are 30 minutes long, and the suggested presentation time is 20 minutes, with 5 minutes of Q&A, and then 5 minutes for attendees to switch session rooms to attend the next session. Please plan on not exceeding 25 minutes total presentation including Q&A time.
All presentations will be recorded and released under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs License. For more information, please visit: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/). By submitting to present, you are agreeing to these terms.
Presentations must be non-commercial. Interest in commercial sponsorship or presentations should be directed to Steve Hargadon at steve@learningrevolution.com.
How to Submit Your Proposal:
Please follow these instructions carefully. It is your responsibility to make sure your presentation proposal is submitted correctly. You must be signed up on the Library 2.0 network and logged in to submit your proposal.
1. Copy the following text (highlight and ctrl-c on your computer):
Your Name and Title:
Library, School, or Organization Name:
Co-Presenter Name(s):
Area of the World from Which You Will Present:
Language in Which You Will Present:
Target Audience(s):
Short Session Description (one line):
Full Session Description (as long as you would like):
Websites / URLs Associated with Your Session:
2. Click here to open a new forum discussion post. You must use this link or your proposal will not be in the correct place and will not be visible to conference administrators.
3. Title your discussion post with the title of your proposed session.
4. Paste the template text (ctrl-v) into the body of the forum discussion post.
5. Fill in the session information according to the template. If you separate your answers with a blank line and bold the questions, it will make your proposal easier to read.
6. Click the Add Discussion button to submit your proposal.
You are able to modify your proposal after it has been saved and up until the time of the close of submissions. If you do modify your proposal after it has been accepted, you will need to email steve@learningrevolution.com so we know it has been updated.
Acceptances:
Proposal acceptances will be communicated on a first-come, first-served basis. If your proposal is accepted, you will be provided with the ability to schedule a presentation time that is convenient to your time zone and work schedule. Early submission and acceptance will give you the most flexibility for scheduling your presentation.
