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October 25, 2006 Internet Librarian 20061
The Mobile Computing Project: an LSTA Technology Mini-Grant Supported Initiative
The Mobile Computing Project: an LSTA Technology Mini-Grant Supported Initiative
Bradley D. FaustAssist. Dean for Library Info Technology Services Ball State University Libraries
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Presentation OverviewPresentation Overview
• Why mobile technology should be important to libraries
• The Mobile Computing Project at the Ball State University Libraries
• The BSU Libraries mobile web site• Two mobile development efforts• Possible future work
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Mobile Technology and Libraries
Mobile Technology and Libraries
• The University Libraries and Ball State University are eager to embrace new information technologies
• Mobile computing is a creative, new space with great opportunities for library services
• Mobile technology is supporting teaching and learning (Course Management Systems, i.e. Blackboard)
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Mobile Technology and Libraries
Mobile Technology and Libraries
• Smart small-screen devices represent changes in the way we communicate – libraries should have a role in this environment
• Some may see this as novel, but our customers use these technologies today
• Students and others are embracing mobile technologies at increasing rates
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Mobile Project - WhyMobile Project - Why
• Observation that so many library customers have powerful mobile computing devices
• Desire to reach these individuals through the devices they use
• Rapid expansion of wireless voice and data network services
• Determine the role and opportunities for libraries in this technology space
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Mobile Computing ProjectMobile Computing Project
• Funded by a LSTA technology mini-grant from the Indiana State Library and IMLS
• Work began in May 2004• Addressed the possibilities of integrating
library services and collections (resources) with mobile computing devices
• Original focus was on data enabled cell phones, evolved to include other mobile devices
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University Libraries MobileUniversity Libraries Mobile
• Regular web sites unfriendly on mobile devices– Images are too large for small
screens– Pages too long for scrolling– Pages too big to fit in memory– Wasteful of minutes– JavaScript, other scripting
languages do not work
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University Libraries MobileUniversity Libraries Mobile
• How does the Mobile Site work better on small screen devices?– Short pages– Easy to read fonts– Easy to navigate– Minimal images– Anywhere access
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CardCat MobileCardCat Mobile
• Custom Gateway to CardCat system designed for mobile devices
• Smaller graphics• Accessible through
library mobile web site on main page
• Ran into issues – moved forward with MOPAC
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CardCat MobileCardCat Mobile
• Uses Z39.50 based services
• Developed using Microsoft Visual Studio Development environment
• Served as a basis for our grant request
• It works!
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Mobile JournalsMobile Journals
• Searchable index of Journals and other Serial Communications available from the University Libraries (search titles)
• Limits results to online titles• Provides hot links to online resources• User-friendly navigation • Format and design fits small-screen
devices
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Mobile Journals - ExamplesMobile Journals - Examples
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Mobile Journals - ExamplesMobile Journals - Examples
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Mobile VideoMobile Video
• Provides access to low bandwidth versions of library promotional videos
• Provides access to low bandwidth versions of instructional video
• Work best on PocketPC device with a Wi-Fi connection
• The video streams are in Windows Media format
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Possible Future WorkPossible Future Work
• Build out the CardCat Mobile product• Build out the Mobile Journals product• Build other library services
– Text messaging about available material– Investigate access to academic
information resources– ‘Mobilize’ our material resource locator
• Look at blog, RSS, or wiki solutions for mobile devices
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University Libraries MobileUniversity Libraries Mobile
• Available at– http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/mobi
le/
• We are interested in comments and suggestions to improve the site
• Feedback Form on mobile web site
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Web ResourcesWeb Resources
• University Libraries Mobile Site – http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/mobile/
• University Libraries Mobile “Jump” page– http://www.bsu.edu/library/mobile/
• Mobile Computing Project Web Site– http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/viewpage.aspx
?SRC=./lits/mobileproject/index.html
• Ball State University’s mobile site– http://mobile.bsu.edu
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Project TeamProject Team
• Bradley D. Faust – bfaust@bsu.edu – Assistant Dean for Lib Info Tech Services
• Andy West – mawest2@bsu.edu – Mobile Computing Developer
• Stan Shannon– Special Projects Developer
• Project Co-Investigators– Arthur W. Häfner, Ph.D., M.B.A., &
Bradley D. Faust
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Thank YouThank You
• This project was supported by the Institute of Museums and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Indiana State Library.
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Contact InformationContact Information
Bradley D. FaustBall State University LibrariesMuncie, Indianabfaust@bsu.edu(765) 285-8032
http://www.bsu.edu/library http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/mobile
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