Research, research, research…

Oh, how have things have changed since I was in high school (I won’t mention how long ago that was). The Internet has made research available 24/7…but does this mean that it has replaced libraries and librarians? I think not.

It used to be that I would go to the library, talk to the librarian and/or use the card catalog to find information. The information could be in microfiche, microfilm, book or a journal. Research and Reference materials online contain book and journal information but allow search ability that was never possible with a card catalog.

One must be careful however of where they are getting the research and reference information. Just because something is online doesn’t mean it is reputable. Check the source people! I don’t trust anything on a wiki, and I know many people that live and breathe by the information provided.

Libraries and librarians provide a vital link of information to their patrons.
The way to access research and reference has changed, but not the work that goes behind it.