Go back to your thoughts/ideas about Library 2.0. Has anything changed as a result of this experience?
I've become more aware of the enviornment, that's for sure! I'm planning to finally start incorporating this technology into the library where I feel it'll be most effective.
What were your favorite Things and discoveries?
Widgets! I love the ability to do live reference in that manner. I like Wikis too.
How did you connect with others doing the 23 Things On a Stick?
I didn't really...I checked out a website or two, but never really bonded with my classmates.
Were there any take-a-ways or unexpected outcomes from this program that surprised you?
Twitter is interesting...being able to let people know where you are at the virtual drop of a hat.
What could we do differently to improve upon this program’s format or content?
Nothing. I was upset with the directions for adding videos...it didn't look as it was described, but other than that...nothing. Maybe some screenshots to give a better representation.
If we offered a 23 More Things On a Stick program like this in the future would you participate?
You bet'cha!
How would you describe your learning experience in one word or in one sentence, so we could use your words to promote 23 Things On a Stick learning activities to others?
A fast-paced roadtrip through the in's and out's of the information superhighway (does anyone call it that anymore?)
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Thing #22
Blog about how you plan to keep up with the Web 2.0 and Library 2.0 tools.
Well, I've been planning to blog about my experiences for quite some time. I just haven't made the time. I've got a number of leadership issues that I'd like to address and now a pretty good forum to do so. I think it'll be nice to do some "public journaling"
Recommend a way to keep up that you have found useful.
Mark time on your calendar...write a few postit notes about topics you'ld like to address...read, read, read.
Well, I've been planning to blog about my experiences for quite some time. I just haven't made the time. I've got a number of leadership issues that I'd like to address and now a pretty good forum to do so. I think it'll be nice to do some "public journaling"
Recommend a way to keep up that you have found useful.
Mark time on your calendar...write a few postit notes about topics you'ld like to address...read, read, read.
Thing #21
Are you a member of any online communities?
Really only an active member of Facebook. I really don't have a lot of time to spare on social networking. I'd like to get into Ning, but hadn't had the time to investigate it. Some interesting posts...I didn't see Library Afterdark or Library Nightclub; that would be a very catchy title. Maybe I'll have to look into that one.
Are any of these social networks appealing to you?
Ning is appealing, but again there is a time issue. I like Webjunction as well.
What did you find that was interesting and that you might use later?
I'd like to join the Library Advocacy group on Ning just because I feel it's so important.
Really only an active member of Facebook. I really don't have a lot of time to spare on social networking. I'd like to get into Ning, but hadn't had the time to investigate it. Some interesting posts...I didn't see Library Afterdark or Library Nightclub; that would be a very catchy title. Maybe I'll have to look into that one.
Are any of these social networks appealing to you?
Ning is appealing, but again there is a time issue. I like Webjunction as well.
What did you find that was interesting and that you might use later?
I'd like to join the Library Advocacy group on Ning just because I feel it's so important.
Thing #20
I love Facebook! I need one of those t-shirts I can wear with that slogan. Since joining F-book about 6 months ago, I've connected with a lot of old HS and some college friends.
The only drawback to F-book is all the little apps you constantly get bombarded with. What a time-sucker! I think you also need to be careful what you post there as your employer or future employer may check up on you from time to time.
I'm not a big fan of Myspace. I've had an account, but it's not all that easy to navigate or use in my estimation. I believe M-space is for the junior circuit...that is teenagers.
From my understanding, libraries are using Facebook and Myspace to connect with patrons where they are most (I think Farkas said this either in her book or on a vodcast I saw on youtube). Minitex used Facebook to publicize their latest ILL conference. I think Henepin County uses it to publish newly purchased books and book reviews.
The only drawback to F-book is all the little apps you constantly get bombarded with. What a time-sucker! I think you also need to be careful what you post there as your employer or future employer may check up on you from time to time.
I'm not a big fan of Myspace. I've had an account, but it's not all that easy to navigate or use in my estimation. I believe M-space is for the junior circuit...that is teenagers.
From my understanding, libraries are using Facebook and Myspace to connect with patrons where they are most (I think Farkas said this either in her book or on a vodcast I saw on youtube). Minitex used Facebook to publicize their latest ILL conference. I think Henepin County uses it to publish newly purchased books and book reviews.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Thing #19
Podcasts are cool! I like to listen to some of the national level podcasts regularly. Those would include the ACRL podcasts, Talking with Talis, and LibVIbe...
I was unware of local podcasts, but I do like the Memoirs 4 School Media Specialists (I'm interested in what MEMO is up to). I also like the Minitex on the Road cite...and since I'm a big Tom Shaughnessy fan, it was particularly enjoyable.
Unfortunately, I haven't found the time to podcast...maybe that's a good thing.
I was unware of local podcasts, but I do like the Memoirs 4 School Media Specialists (I'm interested in what MEMO is up to). I also like the Minitex on the Road cite...and since I'm a big Tom Shaughnessy fan, it was particularly enjoyable.
Unfortunately, I haven't found the time to podcast...maybe that's a good thing.
Thing #18
Friday, September 5, 2008
Thing #17
How can these tools be applied to your everyday work?
Hmmm....in researching possible services to add to the library services. Nothing else is coming to me at this time.
How can these tools facilitate collaboration with your colleagues?
Now this is interesting. I colleagues are working together on an article or some other type of publication, the sharing features could be quite usefull.
How can these tools benefit your patrons/students?
They add a level of customization to their research. They also allow them to store or easily retrieve their past searches...
Hmmm....in researching possible services to add to the library services. Nothing else is coming to me at this time.
How can these tools facilitate collaboration with your colleagues?
Now this is interesting. I colleagues are working together on an article or some other type of publication, the sharing features could be quite usefull.
How can these tools benefit your patrons/students?
They add a level of customization to their research. They also allow them to store or easily retrieve their past searches...
Thing #16
How might the RPC and the Teacher Guide help you help students plan and manage research projects?
This is obvious. I love how the RPC breaks down all the steps needed to fulfill the assignment. From understanding the assignment to the elements of style. Pretty cool. It's rather vague; but how indepth can you get really?
Can you think of any uses for library projects—could you use it to help manage a timeline for a project of your own?
Oh, yes, definately! I think that BI or IL courses can benefit greatly from this tool. It's a great roadmap for students to let them know the steps they need to take for effective research.
This is obvious. I love how the RPC breaks down all the steps needed to fulfill the assignment. From understanding the assignment to the elements of style. Pretty cool. It's rather vague; but how indepth can you get really?
Can you think of any uses for library projects—could you use it to help manage a timeline for a project of your own?
Oh, yes, definately! I think that BI or IL courses can benefit greatly from this tool. It's a great roadmap for students to let them know the steps they need to take for effective research.
Thing #15
I've always wanted to look into the Second Life phenomenon...but never had the time. I never knew you could create an avatar for free!
I tried to get into puzzle pirates, but it just took too long to load. Cripes!
I tried to get into puzzle pirates, but it just took too long to load. Cripes!
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Thing #14
Gahhhh! Wow, this was pretty cool! I set up the account and found it very interesting. I'd like to use this on our library webpage, but don't know what kind of reception it will receive (I'm thinking scepticism here).
I've been wanting to blog about Paul Orfeala and Warren Bennis, two the authors I chose, for a long time. Of course everyone loves Dan Brown, so there was a bit of discussion on one or two of his books...o.k., not everyone loves DB.
I've been wanting to blog about Paul Orfeala and Warren Bennis, two the authors I chose, for a long time. Of course everyone loves Dan Brown, so there was a bit of discussion on one or two of his books...o.k., not everyone loves DB.
Thing #13
iGoogle is cool...Now I have a place get instant updates for my fantasy football team(s)!! It's also usefull for course work that's due and other stuff. Pretty nice.
Stikkit was interesting. I created an account, but haven't come up with any practical implications at present.
Stikkit was interesting. I created an account, but haven't come up with any practical implications at present.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Thing #12
I haven't had a lot of time to play with this particular tool, but it does seem promising...I could probably see public libraries using it mor thatn academic, but I haven't acclimated myself to it enough yet.
How do you think you can use these tools in your library or at home?
It might make sense to create links to articles for patrons...whether it's local news or other interesting topics.
Do these tools seem to be a productivity enhancer or a productivity detractor?
Great question. Hmmmm. I guess it depends on how it's being used. I like the fact that you can make comments on a story, but I'm not sure if the comments I've read so far qualify as adding to the collective intelligence of the group. EcoGeeks "8 Reasons Why BioPlastic is Worse than Regular Plastic" was an interesting read.
Have you ever read a story/item as a result of seeing it on one of these sites?
No. But I'm pretty new to the service.
How do you think you can use these tools in your library or at home?
It might make sense to create links to articles for patrons...whether it's local news or other interesting topics.
Do these tools seem to be a productivity enhancer or a productivity detractor?
Great question. Hmmmm. I guess it depends on how it's being used. I like the fact that you can make comments on a story, but I'm not sure if the comments I've read so far qualify as adding to the collective intelligence of the group. EcoGeeks "8 Reasons Why BioPlastic is Worse than Regular Plastic" was an interesting read.
Have you ever read a story/item as a result of seeing it on one of these sites?
No. But I'm pretty new to the service.
Thing #11
Nice. One of the librarians on staff here attempted to put something like this together for the express reason of helping students with reference questions. I don't think that project has gotten very far, but I think there might have been a little bit of internal derision that was initiated by our library administration. Anyway...
I have done some tagging of the DOAJ webpage. The Director of Open Access Journals is a great place to find free journals online.
I plan to use this more in the future.
I have done some tagging of the DOAJ webpage. The Director of Open Access Journals is a great place to find free journals online.
I plan to use this more in the future.
Thing #10
I love wikis! I'm actually in the midst of creating some course resources using the wetpaint wiki site. I prefer wetpaint because it's free and it includes some nice graphics or...skins.
Book Lovers: Nice. But nothing special. Kind of like Amazon.com.
Library Success: Great info. I'm not a fan of the Wikipedia style page.
Albany Staff: Looks like a website! Great way to disquise it.
Miniwiki: Wow...not sure what to make of this page.
I've recently become a big fan of Meredith Farkas. I've been trying to make my way through her book, but haven't had a lot of reading time to set aside.
Again, the collaborative nature of wikis is so monumentally useful. The MLA Leadership Institute group (MILE) used Wetpaint to store a number of our documents for future groups to draw from.
Thing #9
I had first heard about document sharing at the MINITEX ILL conference this past Spring. I seem to recall there being another option...microsoft or something. Can't really remember. I like the idea of collaborating on documents with co-workers and colleagues, but have yet to find a practical use for it. Maybe one day.
Thing #8
Slideshare is great! What a fantastic way to share PowerPoint...and to make your slides available anywhere. No more carrying around a jump drive just to leave it in some classroom. I thought the flicks was cool, too.
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