Wednesday, November 5, 2008
On line survey
Can't find the survey.
My thought on Web2 - it is all about social networking. There are elements of it that system we should be using i.e. library blog, a libray page in facebook, bebo, texting library information etc. The important thing with changing technology - is to be open and receptive to it. Knowledge is power - you don't need to use it yourself but you need to know about it and be able to offer it to patrons.
My thought on Web2 - it is all about social networking. There are elements of it that system we should be using i.e. library blog, a libray page in facebook, bebo, texting library information etc. The important thing with changing technology - is to be open and receptive to it. Knowledge is power - you don't need to use it yourself but you need to know about it and be able to offer it to patrons.
E Books
E Books what can I say! Books are more than just reading, they are a tactile experience. They feed the soul, by touching the pages of a book, smelling the book especially if new and if not new being able to visualise the reader before. The ability to read a book in the bath, in bed, while travelling, having a book in the bottom of your handbag. It is an intimate relationship
E books in my opinion are a cold way to access information, especially for relaxation.
I know ithey are popular with ypung people especially males - but I feel they are missing out.
E books in my opinion are a cold way to access information, especially for relaxation.
I know ithey are popular with ypung people especially males - but I feel they are missing out.
Podcasting and video:
Have created a video in earlier post on this blog - of myself, my sister and my mother. I enjoyed doing it but won't re-create this exercise as I'm pushed for time and time waits for no man (woman).
Bebo and Facebook
Bebo and Facebook
I use Facebook to keep in tourch with my son who is overseas. I have an account so I can access his page, but have not put anything on my face. I am a very private person and choose who I disclose information to. I personally feel people give out to much information and it at times must feel as if people are rummaging through your knicker drawer.
I use Facebook to keep in tourch with my son who is overseas. I have an account so I can access his page, but have not put anything on my face. I am a very private person and choose who I disclose information to. I personally feel people give out to much information and it at times must feel as if people are rummaging through your knicker drawer.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
week 7:
http://delicious.com/cleoboss
Really good site if you use the internet all the time - would organise things. However if you only use the Internet for work and to do on line shopping, it wouldn't be of mush help. Interesting.
http://delicious.com/cleoboss
Really good site if you use the internet all the time - would organise things. However if you only use the Internet for work and to do on line shopping, it wouldn't be of mush help. Interesting.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
My thoughts on wiki.
Have posted comment on http://manukaulearn.pbwiki.com/Favourite%20Books?edit=1
It was ok - not a fan off putting myself out there.
Have used wikis for Open Polytechnic Study and have found them very useful.
Have looked at http://booklovers.pbwiki.com/Princeton%20Public%20Library really found this quite interesting and informative, has a new layout that is easy on the eye and encourages the viewer to continue to read their wiki.
A wiki would be good attached to our website for feedback and ideas re our collection etc. Would be great for improved customer service.
It was ok - not a fan off putting myself out there.
Have used wikis for Open Polytechnic Study and have found them very useful.
Have looked at http://booklovers.pbwiki.com/Princeton%20Public%20Library really found this quite interesting and informative, has a new layout that is easy on the eye and encourages the viewer to continue to read their wiki.
A wiki would be good attached to our website for feedback and ideas re our collection etc. Would be great for improved customer service.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
I Love Blogging!!!!! My thoughts on technology.
Negativity has left the computer. I was so resisted to the idea of blogging and thought it was a waste of time and effect. Boy was I wrong. Yes it can be frustrating but at the same time it captures your imagination and motivates you to stretch and discovery new skills - that will have you blogging into the night.
I have discovered new things on my laptop that I didn't know existed - it is more than a word processor.
I love how blogging crosses all age groups, genders and cultures. The library is alive with staff eager to talk, show and demonstrate their blogs. It's great to see this energy in the library and in the staff.
I have discovered new things on my laptop that I didn't know existed - it is more than a word processor.
I love how blogging crosses all age groups, genders and cultures. The library is alive with staff eager to talk, show and demonstrate their blogs. It's great to see this energy in the library and in the staff.
Vivy's thoughts on Library Thing
Love it - love books, love reading - love Library Thing. Appeals to the traditionalist role of a Librarian in a techno world. Can relate to this.
Creating Rollyo
I have had the same problem, that I had in creating bloglines. Wasted so much time in creating Rollyo and pasting it to my blog. The instructions are so vague - had to ask Lucy to show me how to transfer my Rollyo. I am enjoying the creative side of blogging but I get really fustrated with the lack of clear instructions.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Hit and miss
I feel like the flies in this cartoon - I'm still very unsure of what I'm doing. But I'm slowly getting there.
Blog Surprise:
Was watching 'Breakfast TV' while eating my bowl of Sultana Bran before catching the bus for work. Tne announcer was interviewing an academic who had carried out some research on how New Zealand uses the Internet, and one of the stats that she gave was - New Zealand was the second highest user of Blogs, after Iraq.
Well I may have to change my attitude towards Blogging and embrace it. It can't be that difficult if the rest of New Zealand is Blogging.
Watch out Blogging - here I come!!!!
Well I may have to change my attitude towards Blogging and embrace it. It can't be that difficult if the rest of New Zealand is Blogging.
Watch out Blogging - here I come!!!!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Bloglines
http://www.bloglines.com/public/vivy
I found this task very difficult and frustrating - I spent an entire afternoon trying to transfer my blog lines to my blog. I didn't realise that I only needed to post the http!!!
In fact while I'm on this tangent - I have found the instructions are very vague, it is assumed that everyone speaks and breaths computer talk. You almost need a computer glossary beside your PC.
I have done some searching on the Internet and have found 'Taurango City Libraries' 'Practical Application - How to create a Blog', really helpful - wished I had found it at the beginning. Maybe I wouldn't have attempted 3 separate blogs!!! Oh well it has been a learning curve.
I found this task very difficult and frustrating - I spent an entire afternoon trying to transfer my blog lines to my blog. I didn't realise that I only needed to post the http!!!
In fact while I'm on this tangent - I have found the instructions are very vague, it is assumed that everyone speaks and breaths computer talk. You almost need a computer glossary beside your PC.
I have done some searching on the Internet and have found 'Taurango City Libraries' 'Practical Application - How to create a Blog', really helpful - wished I had found it at the beginning. Maybe I wouldn't have attempted 3 separate blogs!!! Oh well it has been a learning curve.
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