Gaming in Libraries
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The document discusses the integration of gaming into libraries, emphasizing its role in fostering community engagement across diverse demographics. It encourages libraries to host gaming events and highlights the social benefits of both video and board games. Additionally, it provides guidance on starting gaming programs, including partnering with local resources and considering game ratings.
Gaming in Libraries
- 1. Gaming in LibrariesSpeed Geeked by Lori Reedlorireed.com
- 2. Define: game
- 3. Define: game“A game is a structured activity, usually undertaken for enjoyment and sometimes also used as an educational tool.”-Wikipedia 2008
- 6. What games do you play? Xbox/360PS2/3PSP/DSWiiDDRGuitar Hero/Rock BandRole PlayingAlternate Reality GamesSecond LifeBoard gamesPuzzlesCard Games
- 7. Why gaming? Why should you care?Benefits to libraries?Benefits to the public?
- 8. It’s About Community“We are bringing people together and helping to bridge the gaps that exist between people. These include those of race, economic status, education level and age group. Saturday gaming events have homeless adults, playing with teenagers. It’s a way to bring the community together.”Martin HousePublic Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County
- 9. Not just for teens
- 10. Not just for the public
- 11. What’s the state of gaming at your library?We host regular gaming events and tournaments.We have held a few gaming events.We are planning to offer gaming events.We do not allow games of any kind in our library.
- 12. Getting Started“Getting started is easier than ever before. It can be a chess club or inexpensive PS2s or Wii’s. It’s not about the glitz and glamour as much as it is about community and sharing an experience.”Martin HousePublic Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County
- 13. PlanningTalk to your target audience.Create partnerships.If possible, borrow the games and the game consoles from local teens or a local gaming store.
- 14. Other considerationsThink about making formal competition part of your gaming events.Assess your game needs.Be prepared for questions from parents and other concerned citizens.Be proactive with your publicity.
- 15. Purchasing EquipmentConsoles?Games?Wireless controllers?How many controllers?Extra TVs?Projector?
- 16. CollectionWhat games will you purchase?Will you consider the ratings?http://www.esrb.org/ratings/ratings_guide.jspWill you let patrons bring in their own games?
- 17. Board Games“One of the things I've learned a lot about during the last year is how much more interesting modern board games are. They're a lot more social (the same way modern videogames are), they're more interesting because they tend to require strategy more than just the luck of the dice, and they’re very different from traditional board games that just required you to move around a board.”Jenny Levine a.k.a The Shifted LibrarianALA
- 18. Other Program Ideas“Gaming at the library isn’t just about providing entertainment.”Jason HyattPublic Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County
- 19. Wisdom of the Crowd“Gaming in Libraries is actually nothing new but the format has changed since we have grown up. Don’t feel like you have to be the expert of the game or the equipment in order to offer it as a service at your library. Think of yourself more as a guide and allow the knowledge and learning to come from the group.”Kelly Czarnecki Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County
- 20. Resources http://delicious.com/lorireed/librarygamingALA Gaming Wikihttp://gaming.ala.org/resourcesBeth Gallaway’s Web Sitehttp://informationgoddess.infoGames in Libraries Podcasthttp://www.gamesinlibraries.orgInnovation Chapter in The Joy of Computinghttp://www.maintainitproject.org/cookbook-3/innovationInfopeople Resources on Gaming in Librarieshttp://infopeople.org/resources/gaming
- 21. For More InformationContact:Lori Reedlori@lorireed.comlorireed.com