Media PortfolioJessica Applebee

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Media Discussion What is Media? Media in Today’s Library Role of LTA in 21st Century

Equipment Chapters Performance Checklist Appraisal Checklist Article Summary Library Scenarios

Table of Contents

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Media is the “main means of mass communication, especially television, radio, newspapers, and the internet, regarded collectively.”

Media facilitates communication by carrying information from source to receiver

The channels of communication are ever-changing

What is Media?

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Modern day requires everyone to become information literate

The goal of media in the library should be to foster information literacy through patron-centered library media programs

Media can be used to solve problems, think critically, and satisfy curiosity

Media in Today’s Library

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Must be up to date and aware of all existing and new technologies that may help or harm the library experience

Support information literacy by fostering media awareness

Role of LTA in 21st Century

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Additional Features: The ‘thunderbolt’ allows for very fast transfer of large files, which is useful when copying video or several music files. 

Strengths: This computer is quiet, has a long lasting battery, clear graphics, and lots of storage – is more than ample for the ‘casual’ user 

Weaknesses: If you are unfamiliar with the Mac platform, it could be difficult to adjust to this computer and the software – additionally, it comes preloaded with applications that are not used universally, so many have to buy additional software such as the Microsoft Suite in order to utilize this machine for ‘office’ purposes. 

Recommended action: For those that are familiar with Apple products, this machine is powerful and well-worth the investment. LIB 2300 7

Pros Fast processer (Intel Core i5) and USB 3.0 ports Keyboard is wide, comfortable, backlit and raised Variety of ports available: two USB 3.0, Fire Wire

800, SD card slot, Ethernet jack, Thunderbolt Q/O port for video output and peripherals

Cons Not much variance from previous model – referred

to as a ‘spec bump’ No dedicated HDMI port Audio is good quality, but levels are quiet No anti-glare feature on screen

Article Summary

http://www.cnet.com/laptops/apple-macbook-pro-13/4505-3121_7-35330108.html

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This machine can be utilized in the library in a variety of ways. The ease of use and portable

nature of the computer makes it an ideal choice for any size library, as it can be rented out to patrons or used in lab. Additionally, school libraries might find this product beneficial to a classroom setting because the student user is easily adaptable and the experience using the Mac platform will ensure they are comfortable with both PCs and Mac’s for

future school or work settings.

Library Application

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Pros: High resolution scan quality of up to 9,600 dpi Auto-scan feature Very fast scan speeds Versatile use: multipurpose flatbed scanned can

handle text documents or photographs Cons:

Included software is mediocre compared to previous models

Some users report that the included frames for negative and film scanning are fragile and easily break

Customers report dissatisfaction with phone support

Article Summary

http://www.consumersearch.com/scanner-reviews/canon-canoscan-9000f-mark-ii

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A scanner is very useful in a library setting because it allows patrons to make digital copies of newspaper articles, photographs, and documents

This would be a popular school library or classroom tool for students needing to add photographs and documents to presentations

For patrons interested in digitizing film negatives, a scanner is an ideal tool

Library Use

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Pros Bright display, rated at 3,500 lumens Lightweight, only 6 pounds Nearly excellent data image quality Sound system is usable

Cons Limited connection ports Only a 1.2x zoom Minimal convenience options

Article Summary

http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2420806,00.asp

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LCD data projectors are incredibly useful in a library, no matter if it’s an academic or public setting

Necessary in classroom/school settings for displaying video on a large scale

Ideal for presentations due to ease of use and versatility

Library Use

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Pros Ultra-high-resolution, 24-megapixel sensor Compact and lightweight Shoots 1,080 full HD video with manual control

Cons Overall image quality no better than lower-res

cameras Huge resolution means huge files Sluggish autofocus in Live View and Movie mode

Article Summary

http://www.consumersearch.com/digital-slr-cameras/nikon-d3200

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Digital cameras are a great resource for patrons to check out and even ‘try out’ before purchasing their own

In school libraries, the possibilities are endless: students can shoot video for miscellaneous projects, take photographs and easily upload them into presentations or even make prints

Library Use

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Pros Easy set up Dummy-proof Highly responsive Portable and able to retrofit current whiteboards Web sharing and Flickr integration

Cons Difficult to find a model to purchase Not widely marketed

Article Summary

http://www.smartboardsreviews.com/ebeam-edge/

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Smartboards are best suited for a classroom/school library setting, as their main functionality is collaboration and experimentation

Allows students the freedom to create documents digitally in front of a large group – manipulating text, moving and deleting quickly, recording movements and patterns

Library Use

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Pros PC/Mac compatible Perfect classroom tool Connects to a projector and to a computer Split-screen feature High quality images and audio Outputs smooth, full-motion video 12x optical and 8x digital zoom

Article Summary

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/843500-REG/Elmo_1331_TT_12_Interactive_Document_Camera.html

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Allows classroom and school library users to capture class sessions to be posted online

Eliminates need for overhead projectors and unnecessary supplies such as transparencies

No document reproduction necessary, as this can showcase it on a screen from the original

Library Use

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Pros Cloud-based Easy to create and share Creates an interesting and stimulating visual

presentation

Cons Lack of customization in graphic element

proportions Simple and minimal design options

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Article Summaryhttp://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2371184,00.asp

Prezi is a great way to move beyond the standard presentation software and create a visually captivating show that makes use of cloud-based services

The cloud-based platform allows multiple users to edit and makes sharing incredibly easy

Very useful in classroom and school library settings

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Library Use

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Pros Upconverts DVDS for HDTVs Good Value Playback-resume feature Excellent picture quality

Cons Remote lacks an eject button Durability complaints

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Article Summary

http://www.consumersearch.com/dvd-players/sony-dvp-sr500h

DVD players are very useful in a library, often the only way to make materials that are for library use only available

Patrons appreciate having the ability to preview or sample materials as necessary

Viewing rooms are prevalent in libraries and DVD players are the norm

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Library Use