1. Social media: the visualization in libraries
Information Visualization in Humanities, Torun 2017
Katherine Varsamopoulou
Department of Library Science and Information Systems, Thessaloniki (Greece)

2. Introduction Social media rule the new era
We all have social media accounts, such as twitter, facebook, instagram which we use on a daily basis. 
The libraries role has changed and it has adapted to the technological advances of the current century. 
Social Media are known to increase the value of a library. 
By having various social media accounts, libraries can develop a more personal relationship with their users.

3. The most commonly used tools in libraries
Facebook and Twitter  are the most commonly used tools
Facebook Posts
Twitter Posts
More social and less formal than Twitter – share photographs and run competitions
Provide customer service
Arrange events including tracking RSVPs and sending event updates
Build connections with researchers
Engagement with students
Build connections with other librarians and institutions
Distribute library news and information

4. The visualization of social media in libraries (1)
Based on: Taylor & Francis Group. (2014). Use of social media by the library current practices and future opportunities 

5. The visualization of social media in libraries (2)
Based on: Taylor & Francis Group. (2014). Use of social media by the library current practices and future opportunities 

6. Conclusion
To sum up libraries around the world are starting to use social media platforms more and more every day and for various purposes, increasing their value and connecting with their users.

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