What did you find interesting about the wiki concept?
I think wikis are fantastic. They are a great way to collaborate on projects without everyone having to take the time out of their busy schedule to meet. People can add ideas and suggestions, make changes and communicate whenever they have a few minutes free rather than having to schedule time into their busy day.
What types of applications within libraries and schools might work well with a wiki?
In my library system I know that each of the committees (Reference, Childrens, Circulation, Bookmobile, etc.) all have wikis for various reasons.
Which wiki did you edit?
Neflin's 23 Things wiki
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Thing 11: Social Media
How do you think you can use these tools in your library or at home?
The whole "social media sites that allow users to nominate and then “vote” for news and other items they find interesting" is just NOT for me. After perusing through Digg, Reddit, Newsvine, and Mixx I came to the conclusion that even though I like to keep up with the latest trends in technology...this one just isn't for me.
Do these tools seem to be a productivity enhancer or a productivity detractor?
Definitely a productivity detractor in my book. I barely have time to watch the news and keep up with the news feeds I subscribe to....much less have time to read, vote & recommend news stories to others.
The whole "social media sites that allow users to nominate and then “vote” for news and other items they find interesting" is just NOT for me. After perusing through Digg, Reddit, Newsvine, and Mixx I came to the conclusion that even though I like to keep up with the latest trends in technology...this one just isn't for me.
Do these tools seem to be a productivity enhancer or a productivity detractor?
Definitely a productivity detractor in my book. I barely have time to watch the news and keep up with the news feeds I subscribe to....much less have time to read, vote & recommend news stories to others.
Thing 10: Tagging & Delicious
Can you see the potential of this tool for research assistance? Or just as an easy way to create bookmarks that can be accessed from anywhere?
I don't personally use (or have a need) for Delicious right now, but as a former reference person I can see how this tool could be quite useful to Reference Librarians. Having all your reference resources organized and in one place not only saves time but it allows you to share your research knowledge with others (and their knowledge with you) through tagging.
I don't personally use (or have a need) for Delicious right now, but as a former reference person I can see how this tool could be quite useful to Reference Librarians. Having all your reference resources organized and in one place not only saves time but it allows you to share your research knowledge with others (and their knowledge with you) through tagging.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Thing 9: Sharing - slides, photos, databases
I came across this while searching different sites to complete Thing 9 and thought I would share it (after all...isn't sharing what Web 2.0 is all about???).
Check out this SlideShare Presentation:
Check out this SlideShare Presentation:
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Thing 8: Communication - Web 2.0 Style
1. Instant Messaging - I'm a big fan of instant messaging and have been using it for years in different formats. My YahooMail account has a "chat" feature that allows you to skip sending emails back & forth and chat directly from email (if that person is logged in) or you can download Yahoo Messenger and chat without being in your email. I can also "chat" on my Facebook page to any of my friends that are online when I am. I have also used the "chat" feature that many websites offer for their Tech Support which beats waiting on hold for an operator and usually is sufficient in solving any tech problem I may have.
2. Text Messaging - I am definitely lacking in texting skills. While I can see the benefits of text messaging, I have to say that it takes me longer to text a message than to dial a number and just tell the other person what I need to say. I wasn't born with the texting gene that generations younger than me were born with but I'm learning. Having teenage daughters helps! LOL (that's text chat for "laugh out loud").
3. Web Conferencing - I have attended many webinars and think this tool is absolutely essential in today's workplace. Talk about a time saver! You can attend a training session right at your desk and don't have to waste an hour or more driving to the training session. I have also attended the OPAL training that NEFLIN provided so that I could learn to use this tool for my own training sessions. I believe we will see a lot more web conferencing in the future.
2. Text Messaging - I am definitely lacking in texting skills. While I can see the benefits of text messaging, I have to say that it takes me longer to text a message than to dial a number and just tell the other person what I need to say. I wasn't born with the texting gene that generations younger than me were born with but I'm learning. Having teenage daughters helps! LOL (that's text chat for "laugh out loud").
3. Web Conferencing - I have attended many webinars and think this tool is absolutely essential in today's workplace. Talk about a time saver! You can attend a training session right at your desk and don't have to waste an hour or more driving to the training session. I have also attended the OPAL training that NEFLIN provided so that I could learn to use this tool for my own training sessions. I believe we will see a lot more web conferencing in the future.
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