Active discovery information systems

As new forms of information are increasingly ?active? (i.e., media can change form and is not limited by location, user, or purpose) traditional information practices are shifting to meet the nature of media and the search ex-pectations patrons bring to the library. Although not found in library literature, active discovery information systems encompass how we organize and make discoverable the evolving and emerging materials we handle. This paper addresses a gap in the literature for real-world applications of libraries implementing non-traditional organization and discovery systems. Specifically, the Sitterwerk Library in St. Gallen, Switzerland, is profiled as an example of a library that utilizes patron engagement and technology to change how information is organized and accessed. The systems reflect how we internally process and organize information in order to learn. Provided is a discussion on the implications of active discovery information systems, as well as possible active discovery information systems.