lifelong learning: Thing 2

I viewed this podcast in June, and took some notes. My favorite points were : Accept responsibility for your own learning, view problems as challenges and to have competence in yourself.
One of the applications of this philosophy I have manifested is that I continue to work reference in busy libraries to keep my skills sharp. My job in materials management is extremely satisfying, but I like the challenge and edginess of work at the reference desk. I am always learning new things and have the opportunity to use some of the new resources and technological applications
we have been working on in 23 Things.

Online productivity tools: Thing 18

Well, I was glad to see GoogleDocs incorporated into these resources. I am on an ALA Committee and we are using this to collectively write an article on collection development and liaison work in libraries based on a survey we sent out last year. It's a great way to pool ideas for such a project.

Rollyo: Thing 12

Well, I didn't like Rollyo much when I first looked at it last month, and I still don't! I did "Try out"
the String Theory 'string', since I was just talking about it with a friend last week, believe it or not.
I think there is too much advertising and a lot of distraction on the page. I did not login since I am tired of registering on all these sites, but I don't think I would use this site.

Audioebooks : Thing 22

I don't use these products myself but I think I would if I had an MP3 player or even a computer at home! I think this is a wonderful application of technology for libraries. I work reference in Montgomery County Public Libraries and often tell patrons about these resources when they need a title quickly and are interested in this format. They are often thrilled to have this option to obtain the material they want without waiting for it.

Wikis: Thing 17

I do think wikis could be a useful application in libraryland. I know a colleague who is setting one up to use for Interlibrary loan procedures. I took a look at the Princeton BookLoversWiki and could see how we could use something like this down the road.

Podcasts: week 21

I took a look at Podcasts.net and searched keyword 'library 2.0'. I 'got' 48 hits and looked at them. Interesting to see our ILS vendor, SirsiDynix, listed at #2. I think I will use podcasts as recreational and educational resources as an alternative to listening to music or books on the computer.

Youtube/ Thing 20

This site was forwarded to me by a colleague: I love this particular application of technology, especially since current copyright issues/regulations are so confusing!
Enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJn_jC4FNDo