First, I would like to thank Naomi for all her help. Without her assistance, I might have quit the training due to frustration at acouple of points during the journey. You're great!
I learned so much in this program, that it is hard to pick a favorite, but I can say that the section that challenged me the most was Method # 9. So I guess I could say it was my favorite because it made me work the hardest.
Did this program assist or affect my lifelong learning goals? Most definitely. Before I really believed that web technologies was something "other" people i.e. techies understood and used. Now I know that I can understand and use it as well in whatever format is useful for me and my library.
Unexpected outcome: I found that I really liked some of the technologies. Who knew!
My only suggestion for the program is to keep using the videos at the beginning of each section, especially the guy who using the stick figures. He is great.
Would I do this again: Yes, without question. I am looking forward to the Collection Development section in the Fall of 2012.
Again, Thanks.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Beyond Method # 11
I have experience with online survey tools in that I have responded to many, but have never created a survey. After this method, I believe I could create a survey on my own when needed. Currently the library conducts surveys on paper, but the survey tools listed in this method could certainly replace paper.
Personally, I want to use the software to create a basic registration system for library programs. It would be great to be able to email confirmations to people who sign up for our programs. I also like the idea that we could email invitations to respondents asking them to take surveys.
Personally, I want to use the software to create a basic registration system for library programs. It would be great to be able to email confirmations to people who sign up for our programs. I also like the idea that we could email invitations to respondents asking them to take surveys.
Beyond Method # 10
I completed Method # 10 and really learned alot. Yes, I have used online meeting or online conferencing tools before. I have attended several webinars and do occasionally skype with friends.
The library does not currently use online methods internally or for our patrons. We do have some ideas that we are considering. The staff person in charge of young adults is looking into skype programs, such as skype an author, for her TAG (teen advisory group). We believe that would be a great group to begin using online with because they are already familiar with many aspects of it.
I would like to see the library use online methods for staff training and for communications with other rural libraries.
The Skype An Author project was really interesting. I will pass this link on to our YA staff. On the Tigard Public library section, I really liked the idea of how they are handling the noise factor involved in skype. Plus, I had never heard of a usb phone. The video on the library book clubs was hard to hear. The Web Conferencing Tools article was really well written and presented the basics in a clear and concise fashion.
The library does not currently use online methods internally or for our patrons. We do have some ideas that we are considering. The staff person in charge of young adults is looking into skype programs, such as skype an author, for her TAG (teen advisory group). We believe that would be a great group to begin using online with because they are already familiar with many aspects of it.
I would like to see the library use online methods for staff training and for communications with other rural libraries.
The Skype An Author project was really interesting. I will pass this link on to our YA staff. On the Tigard Public library section, I really liked the idea of how they are handling the noise factor involved in skype. Plus, I had never heard of a usb phone. The video on the library book clubs was hard to hear. The Web Conferencing Tools article was really well written and presented the basics in a clear and concise fashion.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Beyond Method # 9
I almost threw in the towel on this one! I really had problems. I don't work with creating videos or other online creations so this was a real learning experience. I choose Smilebox which was a really cool site, but embedding my short video was difficult for me. I know alot of you are shaking your head and saying how can something so simple be so difficult, but it was. I really did not think I was ever going to conquer Method # 9. I hope what I did works.
St. Nick
<table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" bgcolor="#ffffff"><tr><td><a href="http://smilebox.com/play/4d7a41334d7a67794e44513d0d0a&blogview=true&campaign=blog_playback_link" target="_blank"><img width="420" height="330" alt="Click to play this Smilebox invite" src="http://smilebox.com/snap/4d7a41334d7a67794e44513d0d0a.jpg" style="border: medium none ;"/></a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="http://www.smilebox.com/?partner=smilebox&campaign=blog_snapshot" target="_blank"><img width="420" height="46" alt="Create your own invite - Powered by Smilebox" src="http://www.smilebox.com/globalImages/blogInstructions/blogLogoSmilebox.gif" style="border: medium none ;"/></a></td></tr><tr><td align="center">This <a href="http://www.smilebox.com/invitations.html" target="_blank">free invite</a> customized with Smilebox</td></tr></table>
Friday, March 2, 2012
Beyond Method #8
I chose Screenr to make my informal recording. After I had downloaded Java and loaded the screen recorder, I was able to proceed. It was easier than I thought it would be, but I chose not to create an account at this time. I wanted more time to think about how I would use Screenr in my library before proceeding. I decided to talk about how to use Screenr in a public library and information about accessing the link. I kept in really simple. Great tool. I can see using it to inform our patrons about library rules, how to sign up for a library card and how to access our public access computers for the first time users.
Beyond Method #7
I had no background or exposure at all to Next Generation Presentation Tools so I really had worked on this section. I went through it more than once so that I could grasp the concepts.
Because of my limited exposure, I choose to work with Google Docs and uploaded the dummy Powerpoint to the site. It worked really well. The upload went smoothly and the direction were clear and easy to follow. I also choose to use Google Docs because I want to become for familiar with it so I can use it in my library. It is really a very useful concept.
While I would be slow at it, I really feel that I could use online presentation tools with my library and I feel confident that if a patron came in and wanted help, I would now have a working knowledge of the concept and would be able to offer assistance.
Because of my limited exposure, I choose to work with Google Docs and uploaded the dummy Powerpoint to the site. It worked really well. The upload went smoothly and the direction were clear and easy to follow. I also choose to use Google Docs because I want to become for familiar with it so I can use it in my library. It is really a very useful concept.
While I would be slow at it, I really feel that I could use online presentation tools with my library and I feel confident that if a patron came in and wanted help, I would now have a working knowledge of the concept and would be able to offer assistance.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Beyond Method #6
The ebook situation in public libraries is one of the toughest new technologies that libraries have to face. All of the points that Farkas made in her blog were correct. Too many options, too many platforms etc. We have one person on staff right now that is wrestling with this project and there does not seem to be a clear cut solution for us as a small rural public library.
Farkas also made a excellent point that we had not considered. How will ebooks affect the availability of interlibrary loan materials? Just another idea we have to take into consideration.
I enjoyed looking at the Project Gutenberg site and the link below is for the first volume of the Slave Narrative from Texas. I really did not expect to find something like this on the site. I was pleasantly surprised.
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/30576/30576-h/30576-h.htm
I believe there has to be alot more clarity before small rural librarys can make room in their already tight budgets for ebooks.
Farkas also made a excellent point that we had not considered. How will ebooks affect the availability of interlibrary loan materials? Just another idea we have to take into consideration.
I enjoyed looking at the Project Gutenberg site and the link below is for the first volume of the Slave Narrative from Texas. I really did not expect to find something like this on the site. I was pleasantly surprised.
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/30576/30576-h/30576-h.htm
I believe there has to be alot more clarity before small rural librarys can make room in their already tight budgets for ebooks.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Beyond Method #5
I really like social cataloging. I am as a rule a very organized person and I like structure. Dewey and LC are necessary and important for library structure, but their headings don't always reflect current thinking and language. I really can appreciate the option of giving tags to books that reflect local thinking. After reading all of the articles and watching the video, I decided to sign up for a Library Thing account. While it does have it cons, I think it is the best fit for my library and my situation. I am looking forward to using it professionally and personally.
Great Method! This is one of the method that I can see every library using in some format.
Great Method! This is one of the method that I can see every library using in some format.
Friday, January 6, 2012
Beyond Method #4
This was a very interesting class. First I totally agree that it would be best to create a job help website or link on our library homepage and locate all of the job related websites in the location. I would suggest resume building, links to job searching online, local job postings and basic computer training.
Bottom line, these sites are not going to be useful unless the user has some basic computer skills. The more educated an individual is on basic computer skills the more likely they are to not only find and qualify for a job, but also to keep that job. Libraries really need to partner with other agencies in working on this public need.
The GCF webpage was good, but some of the pictures looked a bit dated. The Texas Workskills Development in Libraries website was not a useful experience. Many of the links were broken.
Bottom line, these sites are not going to be useful unless the user has some basic computer skills. The more educated an individual is on basic computer skills the more likely they are to not only find and qualify for a job, but also to keep that job. Libraries really need to partner with other agencies in working on this public need.
The GCF webpage was good, but some of the pictures looked a bit dated. The Texas Workskills Development in Libraries website was not a useful experience. Many of the links were broken.
Beyond Method #3
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=206074786764206009265.0004b5ddb830a8bb1f70c&msa=0
Here is my link to a map I created for the library. It took me awhile, but I finally got it to work. This would be a great tool for not only helping people find the library but also make a walking tour of where other information can be located in town such as the Chamber of Commerce and the courthouse.
Here is my link to a map I created for the library. It took me awhile, but I finally got it to work. This would be a great tool for not only helping people find the library but also make a walking tour of where other information can be located in town such as the Chamber of Commerce and the courthouse.
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