Lamenting Chicago

Have you ever made a poor professional decision? I have. In fact, I’ve done it many times. And I can’t help but think that I made a very bad decision by not accepting an invitation to attend School Library Journal’s Leadership Summit in Chicago, IL. I let a golden opportunity slip through my fingertips and I’m pissed.

I’m just starting to read the initial feedback and reaction from the Friday sessions from Chris Harris and David Warlick. This brain trust seems to be right up my alley. So, if you’re reading the libraryland feed and you’re in Chicago at the Drake Hotel, keep the updates coming. I’m living through you guys….and gals.

I’ve also been intrigued by Negroponte’s 2B1 laptop project, so reading about David Cavallo from MIT is an absolute pleasure. I’m aware of some of the criticism this project is facing from some of my fellow librarians. But I must say, as someone who has grown up digital, this project will change the face of libraries and information. The OLPC project will provide the opportunity for increased knowledge sharing and global collaboration. And, anyone who doesn’t see this has blinders on to the world.

I’m looking forward to reading more about the summit and hearing the reflections from my digital colleagues.

 

Image borrowed from Gallagher.