Week 10 Summary

Let me start by saying that this has been fun and it has been real but I can truly say that it is a tad bit much for me. These exercises have really taught me that there is a very large generation gap, at least conserning me. I guess I'm a little slow at adapting to technology because I don't think that I will be blogging, tagging, or creating a myspace any time soon. I do think that it's all great if that is what your into and maybe with time I'll jump on it too. But as for today I'm not ready. As far as the library 2.0 and web 2.0 I believe that it's helpful to some but I'm not sure if that would include the majority of our patrons. Let's face it when the computers crash and the lights go out its good to know that you can always reach for a good book and read by candle light/flash light. Some of the ideas are good and helpful cause I'm really liking the library elf but as far as everything being online, well i'm not to sure. I like talking to people face to face and reading a book that I can hold. After experiencing the crash we had on Oct 23rd and dealing with the backlash I'd really be afraid to put all my pennies in that bucket, but then that's just me and these are my thoughts.

Week 9 #22 Overdrive

I've used HCPL's digital media site many times to read books online such as

Marley and Me

I really enjoy this format, but sometimes the materials I want to read are being used so I have to place a hold on them and sometimes staring at the computer for extended periods strain my eyes.

I visited LibriVox and it seems like a good site to get audio books, especially for free.

Week 9 #21 Podcasts

I researched Podcastalley and Podcastnet and found an interesting podcast. On podcastalley I found 1 year audio bible that has daily prayers, scripture and other interesting bible facts. I also found some intersting travel podcasts like Go Travel Updates that provide travel news and information, very handy.

Week 9 Podcasts

Here are the videos I posted, one of our favorites (the pugs) and one of my sons favorite. We both love pugs and he loves boxing, enjoy.

Week 8 #19 Web -based Apps

Zoho is a good to use if you have a team/group of people working on one project. It gives you formatting options, the ability to spell check, send pictures and use tags as folders. It gives the other people the ability to read or write on your document. I would consider using this if working on a project.

Week 8 #18 Social Networking

I think that myspace and facebook are a good way for you to keep in touch with your friends, and family near and far. It gives you the ability to share your pictures, music and thoughts. It's faster than mail and less costly than a phone call. I Personally would not use this method of socializing but it seems to be a big hit with the younger generation. In my opinion these tools can be dangerous in the hands of unsupervised children because it is possible to communicate with people who might not be honest about their ages and intentions.