Library and You Tube part 2

Library and You Tube

Since everyone is hard at work with Web 2.0 training, I thought that I'd post some library related videos...which ironically YouTube is a component in the Library 2.0 project.

Enjoy,

Thing # 12 IM and Virtual Reference

Hey all,

This post's topic: IM and Virtual Reference

So, with the introduction of AskVBPL, the library has further indoctrinated itself into the Web 2.0 realm. While there are drawbacks, in time the benefits of virtual reference will distinguish our library and provide better customer service.

Thing #11 Instant Messaging and the librarian

Hey all,

This blog's topic: IM and the library

So, IM reference is a great idea. With more and more information being made available online, it only makes sense to adapt library services to meet the growing needs of customers. While libraries will never become obsolete...making more available online is vital to providing excellent customer service.

Until next time,

Keep reading and keep instant messaging!

Thing #10 Searching for Feeds??

Hey all,


This blog's topic: RSS feeds and searching

Like a certain topic, but don't know where to go for an RSS feed??...Well, there are some options out there to help!

Syndic8.com is user-friendly and is able to locate feeds from wrestling to Pizza franchises to Italian fashion...let your imagination run free! Search results come back with not only the RSS feed link, but other useful information such as date created, date feed was last changed, status of link (working or not), and language feed is in. Also,...for all you number lovers out there, there is statistics about the search engine itself.

Topix.com is a bit more "busy" than Syndic8 (the homepage has a lot going on), but nonetheless Topix is an formidable search engine. Instead of providing just links to the direct RSS feed, results tend to include articles. While not as direct as Syndic8, the site is worth a browse.

Keep reading and keep search for the next big RSS feed!

Thing # 9 RSS and newsreaders

Hey all,

Back with more Library 2.0 thoughts. This blog's topic: RSS and Newsreaders

So, I had no idea what RSS meant before the training for Web 2.0...embarrassing maybe...but I admit it. I am amazed at how many sites have this feature available. Sure, you expect major news networks to have a feed, but even the History Channel has feeds to choose from. The World Wide Web is such an amazing place...and it's changing and growing every second.

I have been using Google Reader and love that all my news is in one place. No longer do I have to bookmark articles and websites. I also like that you can star articles to make returning to them easier. The Trends option is cool too...Google Reader is set up so that you can see not only how many articles you have read, but the time at which you read them...not that this information is vital to our survival...but stats are always fun!

Libraries can, and should use these newsreaders and RSS feeds to improve customer service. Mostly, I see these newsreaders popular in an academic setting, though. However, in a public library setting these readers can be used to keep up with library trends and ideas for the collection...Imagine all reviews in one place.

Well, until next time...Keep reading and keep blogging!

7 and 1/2 lifelong learning habits

Hey all you library bloggers out there.

This blog's topic: The 7 and 1/2 habits for lifelong learning.

After viewing this video training, I believe that the easiest habit for me to remember is not a single habit, but rather a combination of habits. I accept responsibility for my own learning, and have confidence in myself and the goals I have set. (Habits # 2, 4 and 1, respectively)

I don't really see any of the habits as being difficult to perform, but I would have to say that seeing problems as challenges is an important tip to keep in mind. (Habit #3) As with anything, a positive attitude goes a long way.

Until the next blog...keep reading and learning.
--Heather

Web 2.0-Collaboration

Well, I am a big fan of OCLC World Cat, so when I heard this database named in a Web 2.0 article, I was drawn in. Web 2.0 is an interactive experience and is well on its way to becoming a one-stop shop atmosphere. Now libraries have to spend more time brainstorming about making more information available to the masses.

Library 2.0

Library 2.0

So, have you ever heard of this term? Well, libraries are changing at a rapid rate and new terminology is to be expected. Learn all that you can...it's very fascinating :)

More to follow...