I am attending a five (or is it six) week course on the role of libraries and librarians in 2nd Life , which is offered through the Univ of Illinois, Library and Information Science continuing ed program. Last night was our first class. I must admit sitting in 2nd life for two hours reading tiny little text messages was a bit exhausting, but overall it will be a worthwhile class.
The class takes place on Info Island, which is a library lovers dream world. The library is always open, great programs are offered, and usually you can find someone to help answer a reference question.
At present, there are over 600 (self-identified) librarians on 2nd Life from all over the world. That is pretty amazing to me. I am not convinced yet that it will last forever or that it is something that all libraries will want to be involved in, but it is certainly worth exploring. Will blog more about my experience there as I work my way through the classes.
Oh, if you are a resident on 2nd Life, my avatar's name is Sylvie Despres. Feel free to look me up! I can usually be found in the government documents section on Info Island.
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