Today while viewing a visual studies listerv, I came across an interesting post relating to Facebook and North Suburban Library System (NSLS). As most people know, Facebook is a social networking website originally used by college and university students. However, according to the post, NSLS “has created a Facebook application that lets users add a search box for the Digital Past online history collection.”
The researcher is then able to download historical images from various libraries and cultural institutions to their profile. I think this is a really ingenious use of modern technology to connect with the public, especially, younger demographics. I wonder has visitation risen at the participating institutions since creating the Facebook application. Also, what copyright issues did they consider during the selection of materials? I’m sure not all the images are in the public domain.
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