Free Workshop:
Libraries in the age of Wikipedia
Wednesday, April 10, 2013, 10-2 pm
IUPUI University Library, Indianapolis
Do
you want to learn how your library can harness Wikipedia to improve
discoverability of library resources, including materials in special
collections and archives? Have you always wanted to contribute to
Wikipedia but aren't sure how to get started? Have you tried to edit but
haven't had a good experience? Do you need tips on how to teach
information literacy with Wikipedia, or had faculty ask about teaching
with it? Do you simply want to learn more about using and contributing
to the largest and most-used reference work in human history?
On April 10th, just
before the ACRL 2013 kickoff, you are invited to attend: “Libraries in
the age of Wikipedia: Understanding & Contributing to Wikipedia,” a
hands-on workshop that will provide an introduction and general overview
of how librarians can begin editing and contributing to Wikipedia. The
workshop is open to all and includes refreshments. ACRL registration is
not required to attend the workshop.
Three librarians who are
expert Wikipedians will give an overview of the project, guide
participants through a hands-on editing session, talk about the
relationship between libraries and Wikipedia, and answer questions.
Registration is free but we do ask that you register ahead of time so we can get an accurate count. Space is limited!
Details:
Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Location: IUPUI University Library, Indianapolis, IN, Room 2120
Registration and additional information about the workshop: http://en.wikipedia.
Directions:
From Indiana Convention Center:
By car: http://bit.ly/WnVVDF
From JW Marriott:
By car: http://bit.ly/XMU7U6
The workshop is generously sponsored by IUPUI Libraries and OCLC.
For further information or questions, contact:
Phoebe Ayers, psayers@ucdavis.edu
