There are countless ways QR codes could be used in the library for the benefit of its patrons due to their quick and easy use. Using QR Codes, patrons will be pleasantly surprised at finding information they might not have known was available such as, book reviews after scanning a code on a book jacket.
QR codes can provide access to: video, audio, websites, blogs, and so on. For example, it would be great to scan a QR code that leads students to a how-to video on using the library's online catalog. Other examples might be used for library exhibits: access to extra videos or pictures about artifacts, virtual letters or journal entries, or video of an author’s reading. All of these could also be placed on the library's website to generate interest about events, like exhibits, and encourage patrons to attend. A QR code could be put on numerous things that lead to the library's website or Facebook page, such as: flyers, t-shirts, postcards, etc. If (when) books begin using QR codes more consistently, patrons can view background information about time periods, interviews with authors, updates on information, and so on. Regarding library advertising, QR codes could be scanned to enter drawings, take quick surveys, and other patron participation events.
It is obvious that using QR codes in the library could be very beneficial considering the limitless uses this tool presents. I am very excited about getting more practice using QR codes and hope to see them used more frequently to get more information to the masses in a quick, efficient manner.
