Week 6: #15 On Library 2.0 & Web 2.0

For me, Library 2.0 is merely a way to describes the different methods that libraries use to keep up with emerging technologies. As library customers become more technologically advanced, so should libraries. The objective of any library system is to address the needs of the people it serves, and Library 2.0 is a way to adress those needs. If the library just stayed the way its always been, some people will lose interest. And Library 2.0 can be a way to bring in those people who think libraries are obsolete. I think the most important aspect of Library 2.0 is education, educating library staff and customers on new technology and resources that can improve everyone's lives.

Week 6: #14 Getting not-so-technical with Technorati

I think technorati is a really good website if you are really serious about blogging. For people that are really into blogging, then I think it is a very good thing. I did not find it to be particularlly interesting or useful for me. I think technorati is probably enjoyed most by people who aew really interested in technology and the internet. I like to be informed about new technology, but I am not interested in it enough were I want to talk about it all the time. I think technorati is a good website, but it did not appeal to me personally.

Week 6: #13 Tagging makes the web 2.0 world go round

I think that this is a good tool because it allows you to be able to access your bookmarks from anywhere you can get online. And I also think this would be a good tool for research, because it allows you to see what other people have bookmarked which may contain relevant information to your topic. However, I don't know if this is something that I personally would use often, but I think I will sign up for an account with Del.icio.us.

Week 5: #12 The "Library" Elf will remind you!

I definetly like the Library Elf, because I am very bad about turning my books in on time. Even though I work for the library and I am here all the time, I still forget. I think any kind of extra reminders are a good thing. Ans this service was easy to use, all you have to do is sign up and the elf does all the work for you. I think this would also be a good thing for people who check out a lot of books at one time, or for parents whose children all have their own card, because they could register all the cards on one elf account. That would make it a lot easier to keep track of.

Week 5: #11 A Thing about Library Thing

I love Library Thing!! I read alot, and I keep a book journal where I write downs the titles and authors of the books I read. But this is even better. You can catalog and tag all your books, and see what other people are reading who share your literary interests. This is a great tool for any book lover. Here is the link to my library: http://www.librarything.com/catalog/missgrimm

Week 5: #10 Play around with Image Generators

I used Meez, to create the avatar on my blog. I thought this was really fun. I think avatars are a great way to express yourself without having to share too much personal information. There were lots of different options to choose from on Meez, and there are lots of other image generator websites out there, so I am sure everyone can find something they like. But I thought this was the most fun excercise I've done so far!

Week 4: #9 Finding Feeds

I found Feedster and Technorati the easiest to use. I did a couple of searches on both, and I found the results easy to navigate. I also likes Topix, since it allowed you to search your city. I did not like Syndic8. I found it to be confusing. Maybe it is just because I am new at this, but I thought it was kind of overwhelming. I think it was too much information for me.

Week 4: #8 Make life "really simple" with RSS and a newsreader

I found this excercise to be really fun. I like having the feeds to my favorite websites all in one place. I subscribed to about 12 different rss feeds and I subscribed to some of my coworkers blogs. I like bloglines, because it is a great way to organize all your favorite sites in one place. I was able to add news sites, book reviews, the top 25 songs on itunes, and several other sites. I think this is something I will definelty continue to use after the iHCPL training is over.

Week 3: #7 Photo Editing Tools

This is the photo, I edited using Pixer. I have never edited a photo before and I found it to be a bit confusing. However, once I played around with it a little bit, I found that it was much easier to use than I originally thought.

This is the original photo that I found on Flickr.

Week 3: #6 More Flickr Fun

I really like the Trip Planner tool. I love to travel ans this is a great way to organize your trip and to share your photos. I love to travel, and I could definetly see myself using this tool, to document my next trip. I also really enjoyed Colr Pickr.

Week 3: #5 Discover Flickr

Sunflower in fall
Originally uploaded by .nutMeg.

Week 2: #4 Online Safety and Sharing

I think that the internet is a great tool for people to be able to share information with each other. I think that internet safety is really important, but I think that it is up to the individual to make sure that are being safe. As long as people are careful about what information they post, then I think that everyone's privacy can be protected.

week 1: #2 Lifelong Learning - Motivate Yourself

I am motivated to start my blog, because I see how much fun my coworkers are having. So far it is lots of fun! Because I am moitvated every challege will be a fun new experience.

week 1: #1 discovery is fun

I am excited to start my blog. I have never done one before and I think it will be fun.