BUZZLIB

Exercise # 23

2007-07-17T01:46:00.000-07:00

1. What were your favorite discoveries or exercises on this learning journey?
I really enjoyed the majority of the exercises. While a couple were somewhat
of a challenge for me to master, it was good practice and I have my cheat sheet
for the future. If I had to name a few favorites then the podcasts and utube.

2. How has this program assisted or affected your lifelong learning goals?
Wow, this has been an exploration of technology...some of which I didn't even
know existed. I believe that I have a better understanding of how they work as
well as how they can be utilitized which will assist me in providing our patrons
with better customer service.

3. Were there any take-a-ways or unexpected outcomes from this program that surprised you?
It surprised me that I got through some of the exercises. I really sas a lot
of ways that wikis could be utilized on the library's webpage. There were also
several blog sites that were great for reader advisory. Flicker was fun.

4. What could we do differently to improve upon this program’s format or concept?And last but not least…If we offered another discovery program like this in the future, would you choose to participate?
I thought the whole format was well thought out and once I figured out what I was
suppose to do...it was easy to follow. I had a great time building a blog and
learning all the available technologies. I really can't think of anything
different that I would have you change. The "fun day" was great and a big help
getting us started. And yes I would sign up for similiar programs. This was fun
and a challenging learning experience.

Exercise #22

2007-07-17T01:37:00.000-07:00

Netlibrary is a very useful source. Especially when one is doing research since the majority of the ebooks are non-fiction. Most of the books have searchable indexes or you can even do a keyword search. Some of ebooks from Netlibrary can be downloaded. Project Gutenburg is a great resource for the classics.

Exercise #21

2007-07-17T01:27:00.000-07:00

I did find several library related podcasts such as a Harry Potter review and the Library Channel which I did add to my Bloglines.

Exercise #20

2007-07-17T01:12:00.000-07:00

I just love Incubus!

Exercise #19

2007-07-17T01:07:00.001-07:00

I played around with a couple but got stuck on music especially Pandora. It was a lot of fun just see what they had. The young adults/teen would enjoy this...they probably already know about it though.

Exercise #18

2007-07-17T00:08:00.000-07:00

Very interesting. Liked the emotions!

http://writer.zoho.com/public/twothirty8/Zoho-Writer1/script

Excerise # 17

2007-07-16T23:57:00.000-07:00

I enjoyed reading other peoples favorites and this was one of the easier exercises to do...so that was a plus+++

Exercise #16

2007-07-16T23:15:00.000-07:00

Wikis are a wonderful tool for libraries. They can be used in many various applications such as subject guides, reader advisory, instruction and general information. There are some drawbacks such a the accuracy of the information. But all in all I thought the wikis I looked at especially from ALA and the Memphis Library were excellent examples of how these could be used.

Exercise # 15

2007-07-16T22:46:00.000-07:00

The articles provided in Next Space Newsletters supports the use of web 2.0 in libraries as a value tool in providing service to our users. By intergrating our services where patrons can easily access it, libraries can avoid the potential icebergs that may form As the future of libraries change so must we in order to keep afloat.

Exercise #14

2007-06-21T22:03:00.000-07:00

Wow there is a lot of blogs out there and Technorati organizes it all. It's easy than going a google search for blogs.

Excerise #13

2007-06-20T22:10:00.000-07:00

De.icio.us was confusing for me...I will have to give it another try later. I did like a lot of the sources on PLAN's account though and I did manage to make create and account ~ http://del.icio.us/buzzlib

Exercise #12

2007-06-11T20:51:00.000-07:00

My 5 Star Book List ***** http://www.librarything.com/catalog/twothirty8

Exercise #11

2007-06-11T19:40:00.000-07:00

If you want to express yourself in a unique way try this image generator. http://www.imagechef.com/

Excerise #10

2007-06-11T19:04:00.000-07:00

Loved this search tool, especially the theme which is a lot like my city's motto...Nice Town, Nice People, Nice Place to Live! http://www.topix.net/

Exercise #9

2007-06-11T19:01:00.000-07:00

These sites were composed by Computerworld staff ~ see what you think. http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=printArticleBasic&articleId=9018260

Exercise #8

2007-06-01T12:40:00.001-07:00

http://www.bloglines.com/blog/twothirty8

Exercise #7

2007-06-01T12:26:00.000-07:00

This week, at an eBay Conference, the company demonstrated an easy-to-customize software widget called eBay-to-go. Now webmasters, bloggers and users of other social sites can embed a small portal onto their webpage.

Exercise #6

2007-06-01T09:53:00.000-07:00

The experience was mindboggling! Trying to locate them then add them. Certainly need more practice. However I can certainly see how this technology would be of great assistance in keeping abreast of current information on whatever you are interested in.

Exercise #5

2007-06-01T09:34:00.000-07:00

Wireless internet access isn't all it's cracked up to be half the time ours is down and accessing is impossible! What's up with that.

Exercise #4

2007-06-01T09:33:00.001-07:00

My creation
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I have never seen such a beautiful sunset before. It was absolutely breathtaking.

Exercise #3

2007-06-01T09:13:00.001-07:00

Blue hills
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Blue Hills of Tennessee

Exerise #2

2007-06-01T07:52:00.000-07:00

This is my first blog attempt...pretty much sucks so far!