Is there a future for librarians?
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With the closing of so many bookstores are libraries next? Or will they evolve with the new technology?
What's a librarian? Jk, I don't think libraries will fade out.
Although libraries have adapted to some of today's technology, I'm not so sure they are on their way out. I mean, there has to be a place to store all those books, right? LOL. But, on a serious note, there are a lot of things in the libraries that people go in to study, research, copy, etc. I drive by 2 libraries every day. Their parking lots are always almost completely full all the time.
I know that my twins, who are sophomores in college, have had to write papers that were required to use at least 2 physical references. Internet research was allowed and referenced. But, there had to be at least 2 references from physical sources as well, such as encyclopedias, newspapers, actual printed matter. And, all had to be referenced with the source, author and page #s.
with technology and how books are becoming something that no longer even needs to be in print or have a 'physical' location, i believe libraries will eventually go by the wayside, yes.
Example: ALL of my textbooks are in etextbook format.
I believe the historical, old libraries will remain for prosterity and tourist attractions, as they serve the public today.
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