Date: Wednesday 4th November 2009 & Wednesday 17th February 2010
Time: 09:45 – 16:45
Venue: MLA London, 4th Floor, 53-56 Great Sutton Street, London EC1V 0DG

This one-day interactive workshop will explore the opportunities that social media/Web 2.0 offers Museums, Libraries and Archives. The day will focus on free or inexpensive applications and provide easy ways for you to use new media to engage with a range of stakeholders. The course will help you understand the jargon and will offer practical guidance on areas including blogging, social networks, podcasting, wikis and social bookmarks.

Exploring the changing media climate and an introduction to Social Media exploring the different ways we communicate

Storytelling: Examples of how museums, archives and libraries are harnessing social media – case studies, blogs, podcasts, social networks, user generated content.

understanding the needs of the audience

Creating a web presence for a particular project

Applications of social media – how else can the tools be used to engage stakeholders

Although not essential, it would be useful if delegates are able to bring a laptop with them for the day.

Trainer: SoundDelivery
Price: £125 (+VAT) per delegate; cost includes all course papers, refreshments, and lunch.
London based museum may be eligible for a Renaissance London funded place. Please call Sarah on 020 7549 1712 to check availability