The University of Minnesota Assignment Calculator and Research Project Calculator (RPC) are wonderful tools for students. I don't work with students academically. However, this could be adapted for students in our accelerated college program. Anyway that we can encourage students to plan ahead is useful! The support material for the RPC are worth checking out. I found myself thinking how I can use this when writing my final paper. Great use of 2.0!
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Sunday
Thing 15: Online Games and Libraries
Hmmm...I explored Second Life. I might be out of touch as to how this can be useful for libraries. Other than being where are users are, what is the purpose? This is my first thought and I sound so judgmental!
I like the look of Second Life. It is visually entertaining. Would I be influenced by what I saw there? Meaning would I look into a library or university in the real world just because it was in Second Life? Probably not but others might so I can justify a presence there, if someone had the time and inclination.
My other concern is that it takes up a lot of time sitting in front of a computer and not being out among people or nature. This concern is valid but it was said when the personal computer came out, the internet started, IM began, MySpace started and the world didn't end. My bachelor's degree is in Biology and have always spent time in and observing nature. If we spend this much time on a computer, will people be able to appreciate viewing a mountain or a prairie when in Second Life it can be created and typically looks more vibrant? Will there be support from this population to save those spaces? We shall see.
I didn't look at the gaming sites but I do know that libraries offer software for gaming and set up gaming nights to reach that audience. Great idea to bring kids in!
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I like the look of Second Life. It is visually entertaining. Would I be influenced by what I saw there? Meaning would I look into a library or university in the real world just because it was in Second Life? Probably not but others might so I can justify a presence there, if someone had the time and inclination.
My other concern is that it takes up a lot of time sitting in front of a computer and not being out among people or nature. This concern is valid but it was said when the personal computer came out, the internet started, IM began, MySpace started and the world didn't end. My bachelor's degree is in Biology and have always spent time in and observing nature. If we spend this much time on a computer, will people be able to appreciate viewing a mountain or a prairie when in Second Life it can be created and typically looks more vibrant? Will there be support from this population to save those spaces? We shall see.
I didn't look at the gaming sites but I do know that libraries offer software for gaming and set up gaming nights to reach that audience. Great idea to bring kids in!
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Thing 14: LibraryThing
I heard about LibraryThing about 2 years ago. I just loved the idea of cataloging my own books. I didn't even consider the social networking side of it. I think it took me about one weekend to set it up and I did it during a cold, snowy weekend. I still love it! I have only one complaint. For me, books and music are my two passions. I would like to be able to catalog my music on this site. I have heard that other sites have begun where that can be done. However, I am set here and am just hoping one day the owners of LibraryThing will add this feature. I added LibraryThing widget to my blog.
I have not explored the groups until getting to this "thing". I lurked in What are You Reading Now?,Librarians who LibraryThing and 50 Book Challenge. All of which made me start noting many books I would like to read. I will be happy when I am done with school and can read as my interests are perked not as needed to complete my degree.
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I have not explored the groups until getting to this "thing". I lurked in What are You Reading Now?,Librarians who LibraryThing and 50 Book Challenge. All of which made me start noting many books I would like to read. I will be happy when I am done with school and can read as my interests are perked not as needed to complete my degree.
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Thing 13: Online Productivity Tools
iGoogle: I am routine based and brand loyal in my computer use - not necessarily a good thing! I use my Mac and Apple based apps pretty exclusively. However, I am forced to use a PC at work so I tried iGoogle as my home page. It was nice to have weather and my to do list right when I turned on my computer at work. Reluctantly, I changed my homepage on my Mac to iGoogle too. I like the continuity between both computers. And, since I work at home at night, the to do list is good. However, my tendency will be to leave the page as is and not explore new things to add mainly due to time. I will leave this until July and see how I feel then.
Calendar: Since I was using iGoogle, it seemed logical to use the Google calendar. (I am now realizing that I am becoming loyal to Google - GoogleDocs, iGoogle, Google calendar.) I am still attached to a paper calendar despite all the productivity tips, readily available applications, etc. I like writing an event down - it takes less than 1 minute, I will remember it if I have written it down and I am not dependent on wireless service to find out what I have planned. With those opinions, no online calendar is going to change my mind. However, I thought Google's calendar was easy to use and functioned well.
I checked out Tada lists and found it just fine. For an online list, I am happy with a todo list on my iGoogle home page. Not too surprising, I like my paper lists written on the back of used envelopes. Backpack didn't look to user friendly so I just stuck with my iGoogle calendar.
I have added LifeHacker to my bloglines and have found it to be an interesting read when I need to take a break at work.
Overall, I will try using these productivity tools until July and see if I am able to make myself more productive - at least productive enough where I don't have to work at home every night!
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Calendar: Since I was using iGoogle, it seemed logical to use the Google calendar. (I am now realizing that I am becoming loyal to Google - GoogleDocs, iGoogle, Google calendar.) I am still attached to a paper calendar despite all the productivity tips, readily available applications, etc. I like writing an event down - it takes less than 1 minute, I will remember it if I have written it down and I am not dependent on wireless service to find out what I have planned. With those opinions, no online calendar is going to change my mind. However, I thought Google's calendar was easy to use and functioned well.
I checked out Tada lists and found it just fine. For an online list, I am happy with a todo list on my iGoogle home page. Not too surprising, I like my paper lists written on the back of used envelopes. Backpack didn't look to user friendly so I just stuck with my iGoogle calendar.
I have added LifeHacker to my bloglines and have found it to be an interesting read when I need to take a break at work.
Overall, I will try using these productivity tools until July and see if I am able to make myself more productive - at least productive enough where I don't have to work at home every night!
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Thing 12: Do You Digg?
I explored all of the social media sites listed and ended up with Digg. It offers customization which seemed an upgrade from the other sites. I selected an article from the New York Times to 'digg'. I understand the point behind these sites but personally I won't use my account again.
I find the sites to be "productivity detractors". I am not sure I want to fill my head with all this news and information. I do have some interests that I like to keep up on and will use bloglines to keep up to date (now that we have learned about it!). For current events, I can check Slate, Salon, New York Times or the Strib.
I have read stories from Newsvine and Digg that have appeared on the home page. I am sometimes left with the thoughts "this is what people thing is important to see/read? and who are these people who rated this story?" I have taken a survey of my friends and coworkers and the only ones who used this was a librarian. Maybe it is a sign of the times - bad news and all who needs to read the real news?
A library could use this to keep up to date on interests of their users. Maybe it will help with collection development or reference questions. It might spark an idea for a class, event or even a display. As a librarian, being up to date and aware is a premium. In my current job, I have to limit what is in my purview to be up to date on.
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I find the sites to be "productivity detractors". I am not sure I want to fill my head with all this news and information. I do have some interests that I like to keep up on and will use bloglines to keep up to date (now that we have learned about it!). For current events, I can check Slate, Salon, New York Times or the Strib.
I have read stories from Newsvine and Digg that have appeared on the home page. I am sometimes left with the thoughts "this is what people thing is important to see/read? and who are these people who rated this story?" I have taken a survey of my friends and coworkers and the only ones who used this was a librarian. Maybe it is a sign of the times - bad news and all who needs to read the real news?
A library could use this to keep up to date on interests of their users. Maybe it will help with collection development or reference questions. It might spark an idea for a class, event or even a display. As a librarian, being up to date and aware is a premium. In my current job, I have to limit what is in my purview to be up to date on.
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Thing 11: Tagging and Delicious
The delicious tutorial was informative and provided a context on using delicious. I recommend it! I set up a delicious account for myself as I have been working on collecting data for work. I tend to work better in the evening so I do a lot of my research at night. In the morning, being able to go to one place to locate links versus emailing myself improved the process. Overall, I will use delicious in this regard.
After watching the tutorial, I am thinking of how I can incorporate this within my work place. I see the biggest challenge to be bringing my coworkers into the 2.0 world. In this regard, my current job and that of a librarian are in sync. These 2.0 tools can improve collaboration, improve communication with those in other locations, save time, save paper, etc. With all those positives, why is it difficult to get other to adopt?
I see two obstacles for myself. One, the different usernames, passwords and allowed emails (yahoo vs google) frustrates me. I am too busy spend a lot of time searching, requesting new passwords, etc. Second, time for me and the life span of a product is tricky. I can set up training people using a software. Then, we are forced to move on to other parts of our job and later no one has gone back to use the software for themselves. I assume this is the same for others.
I will probably post on this later when I am summarizing my experience. But another obstacle I see is that I am learning 2.0 applications that have been around for 2-3 years. Some are outdated, some are no longer "in", newer applications are better, maybe we have moved on to 3.0 at this point. How do we gauge what is useful? What is worth our time? When to act? How can libraries (education) who budget annually plan for technological needs when a great application may not even be on the radar at budget time?
I am familiar with tagging because I have been using LibraryThing for the last 2 years and tagged my books. Tagging in delicious introduced me to other articles/blogs/opinions. Tagging in LibraryThing helps me find other books by viewing all books in the library tagged that way. When I visit a blog, I am able to see the tags and pull up all entries related to a topic which I find useful and a timesaver.
The downside to tagging is that you and I have a different idea of what something should be tagged. I might run into posts/articles that are not what I am looking to find. From a librarian's perspective, this would be a challenge where accuracy and the ability to find and access information is a priority. For me, looking at a blog or other delicious users tags is done as recreation so I am more interested in what others do and why they do it. I like that.
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After watching the tutorial, I am thinking of how I can incorporate this within my work place. I see the biggest challenge to be bringing my coworkers into the 2.0 world. In this regard, my current job and that of a librarian are in sync. These 2.0 tools can improve collaboration, improve communication with those in other locations, save time, save paper, etc. With all those positives, why is it difficult to get other to adopt?
I see two obstacles for myself. One, the different usernames, passwords and allowed emails (yahoo vs google) frustrates me. I am too busy spend a lot of time searching, requesting new passwords, etc. Second, time for me and the life span of a product is tricky. I can set up training people using a software. Then, we are forced to move on to other parts of our job and later no one has gone back to use the software for themselves. I assume this is the same for others.
I will probably post on this later when I am summarizing my experience. But another obstacle I see is that I am learning 2.0 applications that have been around for 2-3 years. Some are outdated, some are no longer "in", newer applications are better, maybe we have moved on to 3.0 at this point. How do we gauge what is useful? What is worth our time? When to act? How can libraries (education) who budget annually plan for technological needs when a great application may not even be on the radar at budget time?
I am familiar with tagging because I have been using LibraryThing for the last 2 years and tagged my books. Tagging in delicious introduced me to other articles/blogs/opinions. Tagging in LibraryThing helps me find other books by viewing all books in the library tagged that way. When I visit a blog, I am able to see the tags and pull up all entries related to a topic which I find useful and a timesaver.
The downside to tagging is that you and I have a different idea of what something should be tagged. I might run into posts/articles that are not what I am looking to find. From a librarian's perspective, this would be a challenge where accuracy and the ability to find and access information is a priority. For me, looking at a blog or other delicious users tags is done as recreation so I am more interested in what others do and why they do it. I like that.
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Saturday
Thing 10: Wikis
The information provided on wikis were wonderful. I have a much better understanding of what a wiki is and why I would want to have/use one. This will be a useful tool for my current position especially creating training documents with people in separate buildings. We have begun working on an intranet that provides space for wikis and I look forward to using it!
Prior to this, my exposure to wikis was Wikipedia. I tend to go there when I want a basic definition or knowledge about a subject. It is NOT what I would use as a reputable source when writing a paper.
I don't think that Wikipedia is going away. Teachers and librarians will have their work cut out for them eliminating students from using it. I would try as a class to show what Wikipedia can do and work with the class to see why it isn't reputable/accurate and lead into a presentation of other good sources.
I looked at PBWiki and saw it was $100 per year for hosting. If I had my own business or worked in a library, a reasonable amount to spend. For now, I will use the software through work. Now, I just have to find the time to do this!
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Prior to this, my exposure to wikis was Wikipedia. I tend to go there when I want a basic definition or knowledge about a subject. It is NOT what I would use as a reputable source when writing a paper.
I don't think that Wikipedia is going away. Teachers and librarians will have their work cut out for them eliminating students from using it. I would try as a class to show what Wikipedia can do and work with the class to see why it isn't reputable/accurate and lead into a presentation of other good sources.
I looked at PBWiki and saw it was $100 per year for hosting. If I had my own business or worked in a library, a reasonable amount to spend. For now, I will use the software through work. Now, I just have to find the time to do this!
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Thing 9: Online Collaboration Tools
I only explored Google Docs. Collaboration is such an important part of both school and work that I can't believe it has taken so long to come up with this idea. Currently, my manager is working on a document that she emails to myself and others to edit. I have to tell her the edits to be made or make them and email the document back to her. This would be a better approach.
I uploaded the complete list of Agatha Christie books as a document in Google Docs. I don't know why but when you used the scroll bar to go down the document it would cause all the titles to be clumped together or disappear entirely. I found that frustrating. I did save it and it comes up fine except when I scroll the same thing happens. I will test it on a PC when I have the time. Also, using the back button on your browser causes you to go back to the whole page so it is important to read the screen and not just assume the back button will work. I am very guilty of just assuming when it comes to technology!
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I uploaded the complete list of Agatha Christie books as a document in Google Docs. I don't know why but when you used the scroll bar to go down the document it would cause all the titles to be clumped together or disappear entirely. I found that frustrating. I did save it and it comes up fine except when I scroll the same thing happens. I will test it on a PC when I have the time. Also, using the back button on your browser causes you to go back to the whole page so it is important to read the screen and not just assume the back button will work. I am very guilty of just assuming when it comes to technology!
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Thing 8: Share Your Creations
Slideshows: I checked out Zoho Shows and Slideshare. I like this 2.0 application! I signed up for Slideshare and will work on a show to upload. I puzzled for about 10 minutes on one to do right away. I found myself hesitant to just put anything out there if the web community is the audience. Maybe something about writing or books using the information I am learning in my other courses.
PictureTrail: My first thought is I need to use different photos. My cats only need so much exposure. There are so many options to choose from on this site. The skins, backgrounds, options in general feel geared towards children/adolescents so I can't imagine I will be using these on my own blog very often. I wonder how many children/adolescents use this? I see they are promoting MySpace more so than any other 2.0 application. When I get to exploring MySpace I expect to see many graphics from PictureTrail or one of the other similar sites. The graphics do really draw your attention.
Database: I am not crazy about the Lazybase/database idea. It wasn't very interesting and I think that I would use a database through Google if I wanted to display one. As a library, it may be useful to post databases of books, events, etc. It would be more appealing if it were embedded within a website/blog/wiki than a standalone feature.
Efolio: I have heard about Efolio when I moved to Minnesota. It is a good idea but one I won't use for myself. I use a Mac and can create/house my own portfolio website. Something I think I should begin doing whenever I finish this degree!
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PictureTrail: My first thought is I need to use different photos. My cats only need so much exposure. There are so many options to choose from on this site. The skins, backgrounds, options in general feel geared towards children/adolescents so I can't imagine I will be using these on my own blog very often. I wonder how many children/adolescents use this? I see they are promoting MySpace more so than any other 2.0 application. When I get to exploring MySpace I expect to see many graphics from PictureTrail or one of the other similar sites. The graphics do really draw your attention.
Database: I am not crazy about the Lazybase/database idea. It wasn't very interesting and I think that I would use a database through Google if I wanted to display one. As a library, it may be useful to post databases of books, events, etc. It would be more appealing if it were embedded within a website/blog/wiki than a standalone feature.
Efolio: I have heard about Efolio when I moved to Minnesota. It is a good idea but one I won't use for myself. I use a Mac and can create/house my own portfolio website. Something I think I should begin doing whenever I finish this degree!
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Thing 7: Web 2.0 Communication Tools
Email: I am not currently working in a library so I can’t comment on how email is used from the perspective of a librarian. However, as a patron, I would not think to email a librarian. In both my school library and my public library, I am able to use Meebo or the “Ask a Librarian” feature. Email seems almost outdated, like it isn’t fast enough. What a crazy thought! I am constantly communicating with students in my current job through email and it certainly feels like I am responding very quickly. I checked out the productivity hints - how have I worked this long and never thought to change how often my new mail prompt comes up?
I don’t know if it is because of my work but I rarely email outside of work. I prefer a face to face conversation or even a phone call versus electronic communication.
IM: I am familiar with IM and have used it among co-workers. Sometimes it feels ridiculous to use it at work. Couldn’t we just meet in person? So far, I have not had to use IM at my work place with students. As a patron/student, it would be useful to get information from the library without having to set foot in the door. In fact, with online databases, I don't have to go into the library at all except to pick up an ILL. As the librarian, I wonder is it easy to determine what it is the patron is asking? Who gets answered first - the person at the reference desk or the IM?
I also wonder if this will feel out of date shortly? I never thought I would feel email would seem dated and slow but it has. What will the next thing be?
Text Messaging: I have text messaged and hate it! I don’t want to pay extra for this feature and I hate talking to someone in person who responds/starts to text someone else. My fingers feel slow and I resort to calling people instead. That being said, I do know that I will need to get over it. Great YouTube videos for this and IM! I am left with the same question that was bothering me from above - does the library staff take turns working with all the technology? Do students become impatient if their question is not answered?
** I think that technology is creating a society that desires constant communication. I score very high on the introvert scale of the MBTI and don't disagree with my score. So, for me, I find texting, IM, cell phones and, some days, email to be painful, uncomfortable and intrusive to my sanity. And, some times, it feel that I am the only one! What are the long term effects (or will there be) of a society that constantly communicates? Where will the big ideas that stem from reflection and letting an idea percolate come from? Well I sound like a real stick in the mud! I must be in need of some alone time to recharge!
Webinar/OPAL: I have attended numerous webinar’s in the last 2 years at my current position. It saves money and in today’s gas prices that is important. I wouldn’t have been able to attend all those session’s if I would have had to fly. If I was at a library, the webinar would be an effective method to get the information out to the staff for less money. I suspect that it would not be as satisfying as attending workshops and it certainly would eliminate networking.
I had never heard of OPAL and was amazed at the selection. I listened to The Big Read: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, presented by Dr. Loren Logsdon from Eureka College on November 13, 2008. It was hard for me to not pick up something to do while I listened. I am trying to teach myself to be mindful of each experience and resist the urge to multitask. I have the same reaction when I listed to Podcasts. Sometimes, I put them on when I am cleaning the house or cooking when my hands are busy but my mind can focus on the speaker. I bookmarked this site and will go back to check out new programs.
I checked out Twitter and I have now find a new thing that I do not intend on using (see rant above). I did hear the Obama camp uses Twitter when campaigning to reach his supporters. I suspect he might have something more profound to say then "having dinner at Chipotle" or "getting a massage and listening to Jem" that I have seen. Fortunately, I haven't heard from one of my friends that uses Twitter. I will need to explore this more to see the actual application of libraries. Are libraries able to track traffic from Tweats?
I understand that we are meeting our users in the "space" they are, like Twitter. I wonder if our users want to be met there? Do they want to keep their social life separate from their school/work life?
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I don’t know if it is because of my work but I rarely email outside of work. I prefer a face to face conversation or even a phone call versus electronic communication.
IM: I am familiar with IM and have used it among co-workers. Sometimes it feels ridiculous to use it at work. Couldn’t we just meet in person? So far, I have not had to use IM at my work place with students. As a patron/student, it would be useful to get information from the library without having to set foot in the door. In fact, with online databases, I don't have to go into the library at all except to pick up an ILL. As the librarian, I wonder is it easy to determine what it is the patron is asking? Who gets answered first - the person at the reference desk or the IM?
I also wonder if this will feel out of date shortly? I never thought I would feel email would seem dated and slow but it has. What will the next thing be?
Text Messaging: I have text messaged and hate it! I don’t want to pay extra for this feature and I hate talking to someone in person who responds/starts to text someone else. My fingers feel slow and I resort to calling people instead. That being said, I do know that I will need to get over it. Great YouTube videos for this and IM! I am left with the same question that was bothering me from above - does the library staff take turns working with all the technology? Do students become impatient if their question is not answered?
** I think that technology is creating a society that desires constant communication. I score very high on the introvert scale of the MBTI and don't disagree with my score. So, for me, I find texting, IM, cell phones and, some days, email to be painful, uncomfortable and intrusive to my sanity. And, some times, it feel that I am the only one! What are the long term effects (or will there be) of a society that constantly communicates? Where will the big ideas that stem from reflection and letting an idea percolate come from? Well I sound like a real stick in the mud! I must be in need of some alone time to recharge!
Webinar/OPAL: I have attended numerous webinar’s in the last 2 years at my current position. It saves money and in today’s gas prices that is important. I wouldn’t have been able to attend all those session’s if I would have had to fly. If I was at a library, the webinar would be an effective method to get the information out to the staff for less money. I suspect that it would not be as satisfying as attending workshops and it certainly would eliminate networking.
I had never heard of OPAL and was amazed at the selection. I listened to The Big Read: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, presented by Dr. Loren Logsdon from Eureka College on November 13, 2008. It was hard for me to not pick up something to do while I listened. I am trying to teach myself to be mindful of each experience and resist the urge to multitask. I have the same reaction when I listed to Podcasts. Sometimes, I put them on when I am cleaning the house or cooking when my hands are busy but my mind can focus on the speaker. I bookmarked this site and will go back to check out new programs.
I checked out Twitter and I have now find a new thing that I do not intend on using (see rant above). I did hear the Obama camp uses Twitter when campaigning to reach his supporters. I suspect he might have something more profound to say then "having dinner at Chipotle" or "getting a massage and listening to Jem" that I have seen. Fortunately, I haven't heard from one of my friends that uses Twitter. I will need to explore this more to see the actual application of libraries. Are libraries able to track traffic from Tweats?
I understand that we are meeting our users in the "space" they are, like Twitter. I wonder if our users want to be met there? Do they want to keep their social life separate from their school/work life?
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Thing 6: Online Image Generators
I could waste many hours playing with the image generators. These tools would be most useful when working with children/adolescents, maybe younger college students. I can't imagine my friends spending much time with these tools. Well, maybe for a joke email or gag gift, I could. I don't know what more to say about them other than:Warning you will lose track of time!
ImageChef.com Flower Text
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Friday
Thing 5: More Flickr Fun
I do enjoy playing with these tools, especially spelling with Flickr. I can see using these tools in marketing materials or on a webpage to make it more interesting. I don't know if I would have the inclination to write an API myself but I love what others have done.
Original:
Painted via Big Huge Labs FX:
Is this work?
I am finding it more annoying that I have to sign in. I am starting to forget which user ID I have used where. I have also started to get spam in my email account since I started trying new toolsin 23 things. I hate spam!
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Think 4: Photosharing with Flickr
Flickr is fun!
From professional view, I can see this to be very useful in helping catch the interest of children/adolescents. Maybe a what's wrong with this picture or scavenger hunt clues to get students into the library. I am not sure that I would spend the time looking at my college library photos. I might look at historical photos on a public library website IF I happened upon them.
I love the Creative Commons place. It is great that people are willing to put their photos out there for everyone to see and use provided they respect the artist. I had fun looking through the whole site but I lost a couple of hours of time doing this.
I chose to create my own account on Flickr to use in the future for personal photos. I would love to put my digital photos out on the Web just in case... I found the whole process easy. But another screen name, log in and place to keep updated? Log in with yahoo here google account there. I feel myself getting sucked into more quality time with my Mac.
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From professional view, I can see this to be very useful in helping catch the interest of children/adolescents. Maybe a what's wrong with this picture or scavenger hunt clues to get students into the library. I am not sure that I would spend the time looking at my college library photos. I might look at historical photos on a public library website IF I happened upon them.
I love the Creative Commons place. It is great that people are willing to put their photos out there for everyone to see and use provided they respect the artist. I had fun looking through the whole site but I lost a couple of hours of time doing this.
I chose to create my own account on Flickr to use in the future for personal photos. I would love to put my digital photos out on the Web just in case... I found the whole process easy. But another screen name, log in and place to keep updated? Log in with yahoo here google account there. I feel myself getting sucked into more quality time with my Mac.
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Thing 3: Set Up an RSS Account and Add Feeds
I love RSS! There is so much information on the Web that sifting through it all takes so much time. This is a great solution to that problem. I wish I had done this before I just spent the last few months learning about international student regulations and continually checking website for updates. In thinking of the new website for work, it would be great to have an RSS feed option for the scholarship page and my new websites for international and veteran students. Of course, this makes me wonder if our students would use it?
I set up a Bloglines account which was a snap to set up. I subscribed to just a few sites because I can see myself subscribing to everything but then not having enough hours in the day to keep up! For now, I am planning to use this only for library information. I think that limiting what you can subscribe to would make it a useful tool. Otherwise, it would feel like a drag and a chore to log into one more thing. I find that between grad school, work and life I do not have enough hours in the day to keep up to date.
The Librarians Internet Index was my first choice to subscribe. The feed is described as 'new and newly discovered websites for librarians and everyone else' and is updated every Thursday.
What I appreciate most about 23 Things is the introduction and hands on approach to learning new technology. I am still wondering if this is just giving me more reasons to sit in front of a computer more than I already do?
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I set up a Bloglines account which was a snap to set up. I subscribed to just a few sites because I can see myself subscribing to everything but then not having enough hours in the day to keep up! For now, I am planning to use this only for library information. I think that limiting what you can subscribe to would make it a useful tool. Otherwise, it would feel like a drag and a chore to log into one more thing. I find that between grad school, work and life I do not have enough hours in the day to keep up to date.
The Librarians Internet Index was my first choice to subscribe. The feed is described as 'new and newly discovered websites for librarians and everyone else' and is updated every Thursday.
What I appreciate most about 23 Things is the introduction and hands on approach to learning new technology. I am still wondering if this is just giving me more reasons to sit in front of a computer more than I already do?
Thing 3 content can be found here
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