Hola or perhaps now it's time for hello, :)
Overall, I have really enjoyed the program. Particular highlights for me were
Wufoo, Library Thing, Wikis and Blogging.
I realised initially I really had to overcome my barriers to learning and just get in there and have a play, make mistakes, forget user names and feel like I'm not really achieving much. When I let go of a few hurdles and moved onto other 'things' I reclaimed my momentum and enjoyed what I was learning even more.
I have a long way to go and need to play much more but at least now I feel like I'm not being left behind when conversation turns to wikis, etc.
Improvements such as full access at our desktop would have assisted in devoting smaller chunks to complete the program rather than the longer amount of time spent in the library with blocked sites, continuing problems with podcasts and caching.
I'm pleased I was able to work through the 'tough' ones and complete the program. Yay
Muchas gracias for the opportunity
Carlos
Thursday, August 2, 2007
#22 Audiobooks and Netlibrary
Hola,
This technology is certainly useful for libraries and really is just an extension to the existing collection. I did wonder about use? How often can the audio book be downloaded? It is really an owned part of the collection or do you subscribe or license various titles for a period?
Anyway, since I have had ongoing troubles with audio, it didn't get as much out of this 'thing' as I have others in the program.
Carlos
This technology is certainly useful for libraries and really is just an extension to the existing collection. I did wonder about use? How often can the audio book be downloaded? It is really an owned part of the collection or do you subscribe or license various titles for a period?
Anyway, since I have had ongoing troubles with audio, it didn't get as much out of this 'thing' as I have others in the program.
Carlos
#21 Podcasting
Hola,
Given my frustrations earlier with Bloglines and RSS feeds I was not an interested in exploring this too much. Perhaps it's something I'll come back to.
I certainly think podcasting as a technology certainly has applications in libraries, uses such as online tutorials and presentations come to mind. I found the Podcasting Directory websites useful too.
The FAQ on the Yahoo podcasting site did answer some of my basic questions.
Ciao for now
Carlos
Given my frustrations earlier with Bloglines and RSS feeds I was not an interested in exploring this too much. Perhaps it's something I'll come back to.
I certainly think podcasting as a technology certainly has applications in libraries, uses such as online tutorials and presentations come to mind. I found the Podcasting Directory websites useful too.
The FAQ on the Yahoo podcasting site did answer some of my basic questions.
Ciao for now
Carlos
Thing #20 YouTube
Hola,
There are so many cute cats out there like myself and it was easy to get distracted.
I'm not sure if this technology has useful application in libraries, perhaps in the instuctional sense (but there are better tools out there).
Here is a movie of a silly kitten - cute though.
Carlos
There are so many cute cats out there like myself and it was easy to get distracted.
I'm not sure if this technology has useful application in libraries, perhaps in the instuctional sense (but there are better tools out there).
Here is a movie of a silly kitten - cute though.
Carlos
Thing #19 Web 2.0 Awards playtime
Hola,
Well, I had HEAPS of fun with this one. I tried Wufu, a fantastic tool that enables you to create and publish online forms.
I created an online form and attached it to my blog. Please tell me what I should have for dinner.
On a more serious note, this technology has great application in libraries in terms of creating quick easy to design/use online surveys. A great way to obtain information from our users about what they want and need.
Gracias,
Carlos
Well, I had HEAPS of fun with this one. I tried Wufu, a fantastic tool that enables you to create and publish online forms.
I created an online form and attached it to my blog. Please tell me what I should have for dinner.
On a more serious note, this technology has great application in libraries in terms of creating quick easy to design/use online surveys. A great way to obtain information from our users about what they want and need.
Gracias,
Carlos
#18 Zoho Writer and GoogleDocs
Hola gatos,
I like this idea about sharing files and documents, it certainly has uses - particularly for staff that may need to access content outside of the office (security issues aside).
I had no luck on Zoho Writer (a few too many technology related limitations) but with GoogleDocs it was pretty easy.
Check out my published story A novella of the Mexican Cat Carlos.
Lovin' it!
Carlos
I like this idea about sharing files and documents, it certainly has uses - particularly for staff that may need to access content outside of the office (security issues aside).
I had no luck on Zoho Writer (a few too many technology related limitations) but with GoogleDocs it was pretty easy.
Check out my published story A novella of the Mexican Cat Carlos.
Lovin' it!
Carlos
#17 Playing around with PBWiki
Hola,
I'm not too sure how useful this is, probably just for fun. I managed to list my blog on plcmclearning.pb.wki as a Favourite blog and added my comments to a couple of others.
I feel like I'm slowing achieving something, time for a catnap.
Purr
Carlos
I'm not too sure how useful this is, probably just for fun. I managed to list my blog on plcmclearning.pb.wki as a Favourite blog and added my comments to a couple of others.
I feel like I'm slowing achieving something, time for a catnap.
Purr
Carlos
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Week 7 Thing #16 Wikis
Hola gatos,
I found the playing this week on wiki's certainly the most useful of the program so far. Perhaps too, after the CPD Forum today, I was able to build on the knowledge gained from the elibraryWiki.
My 'issues' with wikis is the lack of control regarding the content. Users of wikis are also the creators. However from further exploration of wikis today, it struck me that if the scope/purpose of a wiki is clearly defined, then lack of control over content is no longer an issue.
For example, SJCPL wiki was a fantastic resource but I found the content would otherwise duplicate that found on the library's own website. How do library patrons know they are able to add their own resources to the wiki?
However, when looking at the example of Book Lovers Wiki, it is clearly known to users that the purpose of the wiki is to share book reviews and therefore, it works well.
I also liked the use of the wiki for the ALA 2006 Conference - I wasn't sure how a wiki could be used in this way. But the strength here is that the wikis is used collaboratively and the information can be update quickly by interested users.
Most importantly, the structure of the information contained in a wiki, will also contribute to it's use and ultimately success. Bull Run Library is an example of an unstructured wiki.
So, along with mice, birds and naps, wikis are something this little cat would like to get into.
Ciao for now
Carlos
I found the playing this week on wiki's certainly the most useful of the program so far. Perhaps too, after the CPD Forum today, I was able to build on the knowledge gained from the elibraryWiki.
My 'issues' with wikis is the lack of control regarding the content. Users of wikis are also the creators. However from further exploration of wikis today, it struck me that if the scope/purpose of a wiki is clearly defined, then lack of control over content is no longer an issue.
For example, SJCPL wiki was a fantastic resource but I found the content would otherwise duplicate that found on the library's own website. How do library patrons know they are able to add their own resources to the wiki?
However, when looking at the example of Book Lovers Wiki, it is clearly known to users that the purpose of the wiki is to share book reviews and therefore, it works well.
I also liked the use of the wiki for the ALA 2006 Conference - I wasn't sure how a wiki could be used in this way. But the strength here is that the wikis is used collaboratively and the information can be update quickly by interested users.
Most importantly, the structure of the information contained in a wiki, will also contribute to it's use and ultimately success. Bull Run Library is an example of an unstructured wiki.
So, along with mice, birds and naps, wikis are something this little cat would like to get into.
Ciao for now
Carlos
#15 Thoughts on Library 2.0, Web. 2.0
Hola,
The articles contained in the Netspace OCLC Newsletter were very interesting. It's good to hear a major library's international approach to this technology and how it may be used.
I think there are aspects that are highly relevant and should be developed immediately (improved metadata for example) as well as the exploitation of own data through OPEN WorldCat Projects or similar.
However, users should be considered the no. 1 factor in providing/exploiting any of these technologies. There are still library clients that perhaps haven't got a handle on what an online catalogue is yet!
So without deciding what our clients need for them, more time needs to be spent seeking out that information from them and then adopting the most appropriate technology to deliver that service, collaboratively.
Enough for now
Carlos
The articles contained in the Netspace OCLC Newsletter were very interesting. It's good to hear a major library's international approach to this technology and how it may be used.
I think there are aspects that are highly relevant and should be developed immediately (improved metadata for example) as well as the exploitation of own data through OPEN WorldCat Projects or similar.
However, users should be considered the no. 1 factor in providing/exploiting any of these technologies. There are still library clients that perhaps haven't got a handle on what an online catalogue is yet!
So without deciding what our clients need for them, more time needs to be spent seeking out that information from them and then adopting the most appropriate technology to deliver that service, collaboratively.
Enough for now
Carlos
Thoughts on Technorati
Hola,
Well, I think I got something to happen here....
Certainly this technology is useful to search the "deep or hidden" web, particularly as the number of blogs grows so quickly. It makes sense to provide a search facility that enables the information stored in blogs to be found.
Carlos
Technorati Profile
Well, I think I got something to happen here....
Certainly this technology is useful to search the "deep or hidden" web, particularly as the number of blogs grows so quickly. It makes sense to provide a search facility that enables the information stored in blogs to be found.
Carlos
Technorati Profile
Week 6 Tagging, folksonomies & social booking in Delicious
Hola,
Well if I had been able to view the 12 minute podcast on this I may have learnt something. I realise it's all about tagging and I would have liked to have known more about it.
Hmm, a bit disappointing....
Unhappy Cat Carlos
Well if I had been able to view the 12 minute podcast on this I may have learnt something. I realise it's all about tagging and I would have liked to have known more about it.
Hmm, a bit disappointing....
Unhappy Cat Carlos
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