How to step forward? The past and present of K2 workshops

Abstract

The K2 (Library 2.0) workshop organized by the Hungarian Library Institute started in 2010 with the aim to provide a forum for new ideas, solutions and best practices, i.e. to disseminate the Library 2.0 approach, as related to digitization processes and other tasks. The history of the K2 workshop was accompanied by exploring the future of libraries, promoting the application of digital technologies and presenting innovative solutions. The team of organizers has paid special attention to employing external specialists for reviewing current technologies and trends which can be applied by libraries and public collections too. A dialogue with the participants of workshops and a discussion of themes are important features of the workshops. The study presents the framework, history and achievements of the series of K2 events.