Boopsie and librarians: connecting mobile learners and the library

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to provide an overview of the Boopsie product for creation of a mobile device application for deployment on all major mobile devices.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper reviews the experience of implementing this mobile app product at Bucks County Community College Library, including interfacing with the integrated library system and preexisting web‐based services.

Findings

Implementation of this product was done with ease, a minimum of staff time and was affordable. Usage is dispersed across a variety of mobile device networks.

Practical implications

Readers will understand how this product is utilized at Bucks and will see how this fits into an overall strategy of creating a sense of place for the mobile learner.

Originality/value

Libraries will be able to determine whether this service will be of benefit to their users.

Citation

Johnstone, B.T. (2011), "Boopsie and librarians: connecting mobile learners and the library", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 28 No. 4, pp. 18-21. https://doi.org/10.1108/07419051111154776