Libraries using social networking might sound strange at first, but it actually makes perfect sense. Social networking isn’t just about posting selfies — it’s about creating communities. Libraries have always done that; they’re just shifting the space where the community happens.
An article from Opposing Viewpoints explains that libraries on platforms like Facebook and Twitter can better share resources, promote literacy, and keep people informed during emergencies (Mendoza). I saw this firsthand when my college library used Instagram to update us about building closures during a storm. Without that quick social media post, a lot of students would’ve wasted a trip.
To me, social networking makes libraries more flexible and more responsive. It shows that they are adapting to the ways people live and communicate now. Plus, it’s nice to have a library pop up in your feed and remind you that there’s always something new to learn or explore.
Works Cited:
Mendoza, Maria. "Libraries and Social Media: Outreach in the Digital Age." Opposing Viewpoints Online Collection, Gale, 2022.
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