Library Technology Integration (LTI) Lab

Welcome to the Library Technology Integration (LTI) Lab

Our Vision
The LTI Lab leads in bringing technology and digital literacy into libraries, ensuring equitable access for future generations.

Celebrating Innovation
We’re proud to be part of the SJSU School of Information team that earned the Silver Award at The Anthem Awards 2024 for the XR VOICES project. Recognized alongside industry giants like Sesame Street and the Smithsonian, this innovative extended reality initiative amplifies diverse voices and empowers communities through technology.

The SJSU iSchool is a global leader in the development of browser-based virtual reality spaces and won the award based on three VR spaces:

• Seeking Immortality: Meet and learn about the Northern Cheyenne Tribe’s land, people, language, culture, stories, and traditions in browser-based VR.
   
• Children Draw War, Not Flowers: Learn from children all across Ukraine how they are experiencing the war with Russia and have used art to express themselves and also teach us through their eyes what the war is doing to them, their families and their culture. Let the children speak.
   
• Freedom to Read: Learn about the history of book banning in the US, meet some of the national partners like the American Library Association, Books Unbanned (founded by Brooklyn Public Library) and Little Free Library, who are leading the fight, hear passages from banned books read to you, meet teens who share their stories and desire to read freely, and gain access to the Books Unbanned digital card where teens and young adults can gain access to almost all banned books digitally for free.

Our Purpose
Founded by SJSU iSchool Director Dr. Anthony Chow, the LTI Lab serves as:

• A Research and Development Hub — Investigating emerging technologies for library services and programming.
• A Hands-On Learning Space — Offering practical experiences for faculty, librarians, and students.
• A Community of Practice — Facilitating knowledge-sharing and support for librarians and libraries.
• A Curriculum Developer — Providing step-by-step guides and instructional resources on new technologies.
• A Program Supporter — Directly assisting libraries in launching and maintaining tech-driven initiatives.
• A Champion of Digital Equity — Promoting technology access and literacy for all.
   

Mission Statement

The Library Technology Integration (LTI) lab at San Jose State University’s School of Information is dedicated to the use of innovative technology in libraries to create lifelong digital learners. We use technology to foster creativity, innovation, leadership, and engagement in library patrons and staff. We believe that providing access to technology allows people and libraries to adapt to society’s changing needs. Our goal is to support libraries and librarians in their mission to bridge the digital divide and increase engagement with their communities.
 

Learn more about us here.

Contact Us

Interested in becoming a strategic partner?

SJSU iSchool Library Technology Integration (LTI) Lab is growing! If you wish to become one of our partners and benefit from the numerous advantages of the SJSU iSchool community, please fill out the form here.

Interested in getting more information about the LTI Lab?

SJSU iSchool Library Technology Integration (LTI) Lab is expanding! If you wish to receive more information about the technologies, please fill out the form here.