lunch and learn: qr codes presented at tblc
DESCRIPTION
R Codes are 2D barcodes that tie the virtual and physical worlds. These little graphics are quickly grabbing traction and can be seen everywhere from magazine ads to bus stop signs. Learn how to easily create and read QR codes with your mobile phone as well as gather great ideas on how to integrate this free tool into your library for both every day purposes and for special events.TRANSCRIPT
Presenter: Diana Silveira, Novare Library Services
LUNCH & LEARN: QR CODES
WHAT IS A QR CODE?• “Quick Response” Code
• 2D Barcode connects digital and physical world
• Connect to:
• Webpages
• Phone Numbers
• Contact Cards
• Videos
• SMS & Email
• Maps
• Use quadripled in 2010 and continues to grow
Infographic from: SocialWayne
SOME FACTS
• Nearly half (46%) of American adults are smartphone owners as of February 2012
• 67% of 18-24 own a smartphone & 71% of 25-34.
Source: Pew Internet (http://bit.ly/ODI2Ay),
QR CODE ADOPTION
• Merchant Survey
• “Fully 47% of respondents this year said they are using QR codes, a dramatic increase from just 8% a year ago.”
• “63.2% QR Codes in print catalogs & 47.4% in postcards and/or other non-catalog mail pieces.
• About 2 in 5 merchants are using them as part of their marketing collateral (signs, bags, etc.), with 15.8% saying they have found other uses.”
Source: Marketing Charts (http://bit.ly/ODJHpF), Austin –Williams InfoGraphic (http://bit.ly/ODPeww)
Popular Readers:
BeeTaggKaywaNorton Snap
SCAN A CODE
Picture CC: Fimb
Not sure – search by phone:mobile-barcodes.com/qr-code-software/
Tip: There is absolutely no reason to pay for a reader.
CREATE A CODE
• http://goo.gl/
• http://www.beetagg.com/
• http://qrcode.littleidiot.be/
• http://www.unitaglive.com/qrcode*
• http://getsharesquare.com/
• http://www.paperlinks.com
• http://www.tagmydoc.com/
• http://www.qrhacker.com/
CC Photo from Clevercupcakes Tip: There is absolutely no reason to pay for a generator
GOLDEN RULE
“Every campaign is defined by the value that lies beyond the QR
code, and if you reward & delight the
person that has taken the time to scan your code, you're on the
surest path to success.” - Matthias, http://getsharesquare.com
TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL QR CAMPAIGN:START WITH THE RIGHT TOOLS• Use a QR Code Generator you can:
• Test your code with more than one phone
• Gather Statistics
• Change content without generating a new code
• Don’t Use Proprietary QR Codes (e.g. Microsoft Tag)
Tip: Use different codes to measure different campaigns to the same destination.
TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL QR CAMPAIGN: CREATING A PLAN• Have a target audience in mind
• Have a goal
• Educate ALL staff on how to read, use codes
• Have a call to action/purpose or better yet….a REWARD
• Scale image for the correct distance
• If Codes are being displayed, make sure there is WiFi &/or cell signal
Tip: Make sure the landing page is MOBILE ready!
MASHABLE’S MOST IMPORTANT TIP!
From: http://mashable.com/2011/01/28/qr-code-business-tips/
QR CODES IN THE WILD
IN THE STACKS
Photos & Ideas from: ACU Library, Half Hallow Hills, Harold B Lee Library, GFU Libraries, Newman Library
LIBRARY USES FOR QR CODES• Connect Books to readers
• Connect Materials to Digital Content
QR Codes from Books2Barcodes, Gutenberg, TBLC’s OverDrive, OverDrive iPhone App
CREATING A QR CODE EVENT
Create a scavenger hunt for fun, education or prizes
Create a your own badges, game and tie to FourSquare or Facebook
Riddles & TriviaPost riddles or trivia with answers displayed as code – or have them enter a contest by scanning and entering answer
Win prizes in exchange for collaborating with your colleagues, sharing locations of hidden codes, being in the right place at the right time, and having a bit of luck!
COOL AND NIFTY
• WiFi Joiner
• ScanMe
• Donation Pages
Diana SilveiraNovare Library Services
[email protected]/dee987
www.delicious.com/dee987/qrcode
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