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QR codes and their application in libraries
1.
2. 1.A basic definition
1.A History of QR codes
2.How to make a very basic QR code
3.QR codes in the library
3. A BASIC DEFINITION
QR just means Quick Response.
A QR code is basically just a barcode like the
ones on everyday grocery products, only better.
The exception being that you can link
information, and different types of it that you
choose, to the code.
13. A S H O R T H I S T O RY O F T H E C O D E
The QR code was invented in Japan by Toyota's subsidiary, Denso
Wave, in 1994. Its purpose was to track vehicles during
manufacture. Accordingly, it was designed to allow high-speed
component scanning. Today, the QR code is one of the most
popular types of two-dimensional barcodes in the world.
14. Procedurally
speaking…
Making
a very basic
QR code
1. Do an Internet search for a “QR
code generator”. There are
plenty of them on the Internet.
2. Open “QR stuff” and paste in a
URL.
3. If you want to you can select
the colour of your code. Then
hit download.
4. Once you see your code you can
then copy and paste it.
15. Some added
information
Making
a very basic
QR code
There are many types of QR code
readers on the Internet. For instance,
some allow you to make a voice code
and some allow you to add a groovy
design, such as that with the penguin
on it.
If you download a QR code reader
app on to your handheld device it
will usually allow you to create codes
on your device.
16. QR CODES IN THE LIBRARY
QR codes can be
very useful in
libraries
17. QR CODES IN THE LIBRARY
A list of possible uses
Provision of desired text, such as information
about a section of the library, links to
websites, such as the library catalogue or home
page, and information about the DVD section
and various displays around the library.
Placing QR codes in the front of fiction
books, with a link to book trailers, the author’s
website and/or biography.
18. QR CODES IN THE LIBRARY
A list of possible uses
Provision of information about major
room/learning spaces, such as usage policies and
a list of the equipment in the space.
Enabling teachers and students to see in real time
if, and when, each space is booked.
Incorporating QR codes into weekly
newsletters, with links, for parents to find further
information on the library homepage or relevant
websites.
19. Most Importantly…
QR Codes involve more work and technology. This
requires a commitment on the part of the
librarian(s) and library staff to using technology,
creating and displaying QR codes in the library.
The QR codes in the library must be displayed
prominently where patrons can see them. If they
cannot see or find them then they cannot access
them.
Many patrons are keen to make QR codes and
access those in the library but do not know how to.
Accordingly, education is the key.
20. MORE INFORMATION PLEASE
Do a search in Slideshare using a phrase,
such as qr codes and libraries or just look at
those following this presentation.
Click on the Denso Wave link in the following
slide.
Talk to the IT librarian at the Ultimo college of
TAFE.
21. References
Slide 8 – “Smiley.” Retrieved 3 October, 2013 from
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smiley.
Slide 13 - Denso Wave. “History of QR code.” Retrieved
3 October from http://www.qrcode.com/en/history/ .
Slide 17 – Keen, Narelle. “QR codes and ipads in the
library.” SCIS connections, Issue 81. 2012. Retrieved 1
October, 2013 from: http://bit.ly/1eABX0N
Slide 18 – Feighan, David. “QR codes, linking print and
online collections.” SCIS connections, Issue 84. 2013.
Retrieved 1 October, 2013 from: http://bit.ly/1d71YqL .
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Notes de l'éditeur
This URL is actually not too long but there are still students in a classroom, or adults that left their glasses somewhere, that would struggle to write this down off a board or via word of mouth.
We all know how much fun it is writing down or trying to remember phone numbers.
Instead of wasting time trying to find a particular web page – and I often have trouble finding this page on the Internet – scan the QR code into a handheld device, such as Ipod Touch. Ipad or an Android device and just go straight to it without wasting precious time. Moreover, let’s say that the link you use most is the Library of Congress Authorities in the Cataloguing sources tab, it is a waste of your time to have to bring up this page, then click on Cataloguing sources, then click on the LCA link. With a QR code linked to every page of the website one can go straight to that page without all the “middle-men” so to speak.