23 Things - D12 Learning 2.0 - start

I actually began this project in April, inspired by many things. One was this quote:

March 20, 2007

ACRL releases essay on technology and change in academic libraries

The full essay and an expansion of that conversation are at http://www.ala.org/ala/acrl/acrlissues/future/changingroles.htm.

The summit identified three essential actions libraries must take to achieve the necessary transformation and remain vital forces on campus in the years ahead:

* Libraries must evolve from an institution perceived primarily as the domain of the book to an institution that users clearly perceive as providing pathways to high-quality information in a variety of media and information sources....

I'd found the "23 Things" list at the Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County blog.

I viewed the "7 1/2 Habits Tutorial" at that point. Here is the list, for reference:

7 1/2 Habits of Lifelong Learners
Lori Reed
Training specialist, Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County

1. Begin with the end in mind - determine what your goal will be
2. Accept responsibility for your own learning
3. View problems as challenges
4. Have confidence in yourself as a competent, effective learner
5. Create your own learning toolbox (books, classes, technology, mentors, friends)
6. Use technology to your advantage (should be a tool to make your life easier)
7. Teach/mentor others
7 1/2. Play, be curious, read!

I like their "Learning Contract," as well:

Goal
Obstacle
Toolbox
Resources
Path
Check-in
Sign!