Use of Augmented Reality Technologies in Modern Media Libraries

Abstract

The purpose of the study is to review the possible application of augmented reality technologies in modern media libraries and to argue the feasibility of using innovative developments in creating an updated information space for libraries. The research methodology is based on analysing existing innovative technologies used in libraries to modernize the media space, particularly the ways of applying augmented reality during the transformation of information centres in the media library. Scientific novelty. The paper presents an overview of existing ways of applying augmented reality technology in the information space organisation of modern media libraries, as well as offers new technological ways of library development and gives examples of AR use not only to promote reading or reference. Conclusions. The use of augmented reality technology in the development of media libraries is not a completely new trend. Everyone has long been familiar with augmented reality books, fairy tales, and educational materials. Nor is it an absolute innovation to use AR in research. Accepting today’s challenges, the library should not remain for all a common book depository, the only innovation where there is the use of modern digital technologies to access the resources of the collection. Due to the progress of the information society, the transformation of the library into a media library involves the creation of a radically new information space, which will provide a variety of information needs of users: from education to travel planning. This approach inevitably requires the use of digital technologies, including virtual and augmented reality technologies. The article considers various ways of using AR technologies, as well as the results of a student survey to create an innovative library space.