# 23 Is this really the end? Or just the beginning ...

OMG yeah we have arrived. I don't know how much of this knowledge I will retain but it has been an adventure.

I enjoyed the play exercises the most. This was my starting level that I like to play and investigate.

I hated all the subscriptions and signing up. These lessons were way time consuming.
I know a lot of people personally that dropped out because it was taking too much time they didn't have to devote to.

I don't think me personally that many of the subjects were things I would go back to and use.

Don't know when the next post to this blog will be. Hopefully I am more informed and can help customers as well as coworkers with this new changing technology.

Yeah glad we're done. :-) >:<
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# 22 Audiobooks (or "the end is in sight")

It was fun and painless to get the Overdrive media downloaded to my computer. I had
the hardest time actually get the downloaded files to play.

I was trying to figure out why we have to check out items if even after they expire they can be accessed.

# 21 Podcasts, Smodcasts

I liked looking through a google search for the podcast for library rather than the lists we were given.

I thought the Denver Public Library has a good childrens podcast. Others that I found of interests were Sunnyvale Public Library,
Collier County Public Library, Seattle Public library and Library of Congress has many.

The one I placed on Bloglines is LibVibe a library blog featuring podcasts.

# 20 You Too can YouTube

I have tried using You tube before it is ok. There are a lot of videos out there. I did a search on library and pulled up a Japanese game show that took place in a library.







It would have never made it 9 minutes long at JPL but is so silly easy with men acting like boys.



I know this can be used usefully for library promos and online sharing but how to set yourself apart from all the drama that is already there that might be a deterrent.

#19 Discovering Web 2.0 Tools

I couldn't figure how the sites I went to were considered Web 2.0.

I looked at craigslist for the first time and could not figure out. One how this was a web 2.0 related site. Two what all the hub bub is all about. It was too much information thrown into a
non eye appealing site. I expected more but I am just one person. It appears many people enjoy the site. I am neutral with so many topics and I only breezed by a few don't feel I am an expert.

I also looked at Vufind but couldn't figure out where to go next. I had to sign up before I could peruse so I wasn't interested. The 4:29 introduction video seemed interesting like something the library might be able to implement but again I didn't sign up so I couldn't take it further.

I finally looked at Lulu and really enjoyed this site. I had to sign up but it was the first one I looked at so I didn't mind. I like the ease and efficiency of the site. The web 2.0 aspect though still unsure of.

# 18 Web-based Apps: They're not just for desktops

It was nice to know about this tool. I published a post from Zoho writer to this blog here http://jackiebrownsblog.blogspot.com/2008/08/tools.html.

I also have a Zoho Wiki http://brownink.wiki.zoho.com/tools.html but I have no idea what else to do with this.

It was interesting. I think a lot of people can benefit from a service like this throughout the library, employees and patrons alike

Tools

 

I think this is a great tool for customer's who need to have access to features like word but don't have a saving device.

 

I have been asked many times what to do when they only have 30 minutes for pharos and are about to get kicked off but have not saved their documents.  This is a good tool because they can work offline or online and if they are changing computers still come back to their work with little effort.

 

I am still unsure why someone would want online collabaration for a document. I can see it being a benefit for our library though.  We have so many branch locations and even the main branch so many areas and floors this would seem to be a simpler way to get a project done than using g files.

# 17 Playing around with PBWiki

The exercise was fun and interesting. It allowed me to utilize lessons learned along with participation.

I still haven't gotten it like it doesn't make me want to do anything different than I already do.

Enjoyable

#16 So What's in a wiki?

Wiki's seem to be for librarian oriented discussions and topics. I am a clerk and found very few resources that pertain to us. I enjoyed the SJCPL wiki most it was in a format easy for my eyes to view.

I don't know exactly how knowing about another libraries wiki is a helpful resource tool for a JPL customer. I guess if JPL has a wiki then viewing ours might make more sense to me.

It wasn't apparent by viewing the sample wiki's of any mischief. I did see on one wiki that you had to at least register an email address. The reasoning that all things are relative to a persons belief, knowledge and understanding level, so what may be interesting to me might not be of interests or relevance to another person.

I can see it as a good resource tool but again for librarians mostly.

#15 On Library 2.0 & Web 2.0

I for the life of me can not figure out why this is relevant to the library. I must be missing the guts here. It is loaded with information I feel too much information to be something relevant to all people all the time.

There are choices at the library with such a diverse mix of people and interests. There seems to be just as much available on the web and style plays a critical key. I feel disconnected like noone
is representing what I like out there.

Everyone has something to say and you can't possibly listen to it all.

#14 Getting not-so-technical with Technorati

I must be looking at this the wrong way it looks like too much information thrown in one spot.
Even when I searched for keywords it still had so much information to sift through.

Maybe this will grow on me for now it doesn't appeal to me.

# 13 Tagging, folksomonies & social bookmarking in Del.icio.us

I just don't get it. I couldn't find this easier bookmarking than what I already do.

I don't get having someone else looking at what I bookmark. I just don't think it's for me.

#12 Add a JaxCat Search Gadget

An assignment that was quick and painless. Instructions for doing this were clear and easy to follow.

I think library customer's would find this interesting if they have blogs. It would cut the need to change browser windows or type a new web page.

I am not sure if this is the resource needed for other libraries or not, it might be.

#11 A thing about LibraryThing

I really don't read books much so this was harder than I thought. I have gotten addicted to Sound recordings which are still books but I can't remember which books I have enjoyed most.

My LibraryThing is here.

I might get piqued once I see others responses.

#10 Play around with Generators

This is my logo from cooltext.com I liked the idea of this site.

I tried Comic Strip generator and since we are a library web 2.0 this was the only one I found to represent us. Wonder when the last time anyone at this website has been to a library.

Books, reading, library and librarian all turned up this one and one about egghead nerd book reading.

I haven't found one that represents my sense of style or play.

I found others with a google search http://www.signgenerator.org/. Myspace users might like http://www.123mycodes.com/random-image-generator.php.

Feed ReaderzzzZZZZZZ

I wasn't that interested in this assignment.

I liked syndic8.com best used Libraries as a search word and Viola there were tags to
add to my blogline account.

I appreciated the quickness and ease without being overloaded with information.

I like Kema she really is a guru and without asking her I have learned how to do stuff.
I think this exercise was way too much. I kept thinking does it take all that?
I was at a loss at first following the steps for making my RSS public via bloglines but then it dawned on me that THERE MUST BE STEPS MISSING. Thankfully Ms. Campbell (Heather) had already gone down this road and offered assistance on how to get a USER NAME via bloglines.
SOOOOOOooo all that said Here is the link to my bloglines entry.
My bloglines account is public don't know how often I will use it
Enjoy Jackie

#8 RSS

Wow lots of information out there. It was easy enough once I opened my bloglines account to add feeds. It is just time consuming for me to do so.

My public blog access is http://www.bloglines.com/public/brownink

I really don't think this is for me. I do appreciate being able to view the items in one window instead of having to go to each website or blog seperately.

Technology

I thought of two key words while doing this research Time and Wordy.
I am not able to read lengthy items. Not emails, books, posts, news not one. I skim the article pick out words I believe are useful for me.
I did find this lengthy post on how much do we retain while online reading. It is too wordy so NO I didn't read the entire post. How do you have the time to play with all this stuff?

I just learned to use linking. I kept viewing Kema's post and noticed how some words were highlighted and you could click. By being nosy I found something new. :-)

10 Tips to Retain More of What You Read Online

In today’s society most of us read a considerable amount of information online on a daily or weekly basis. Whether you do business online, maintain a blog, read for your job, or just read for pleasure, I’m sure you could benefit from retaining more of what you read. The internet is a vast source of information that can be found and digested quickly, but how much can you really retain long-term? Here are ten helpful tips to try for yourself.

1. READ, RECITE, REVIEW

The three R’s will help you to engage in active reading that can help to increase how much you retain. Reciting refers to pausing periodically while you are reading to reflect on the information that’s being covered. Rather than rushing through the article, recite key points to let them sink in, and relate what you are reading to what you already know. The reviewing process involves going back to re-read parts that you may have missed or not understood. It also includes looking at the information as a whole and recognizing portions that relate to your purpose.

2. TRIM THE FAT
You’ll have a better ability to retain the important information that you’re reading if you can cut out some of the unimportant stuff. If you use an RSS reader, go through your subscription list and unsubscribe to any feeds that you really don’t need. Focus your reading on those sources that consistently provide you with the most valuable and relevant information.

3. TAKE ACTION
Most of us tend to remember things more accurately if we have a personal experience that helps us to understand and remember. When you read something that you know will be useful to you, implement what you have learned as soon as possible and you’ll give yourself a personal experience to go along with the information that you have read.

4. READ AT TIMES WHEN YOU CAN FOCUS
All of us have certain times of the day that are better than others for reading, retaining, and learning. If you allocate your most productive time to reading you’ll be able to have a sharper mindset and the material will get your full attention. Daily routines and schedules also influence your ability to retain. Read at times when you are not in a rush. Don’t force yourself to read at times that don’t allow you to give retention a shot.

5. BE AWARE OF VISUAL CUES
Writers use visual cues such as bold text, italics, lists, charts and graphs to cause certain content to stand out to you. Pay attention to these cues and use them to understand the structure and find the most important pieces of information. Visual cues can be especially helpful when scanning over content or reviewing after you have read. Not using the cues will lead to a lack of focus and decreased retention as the key points will not stand out.

6. MAP WHAT YOU ARE READING
Mapping involves a few basic steps that can drastically increase the retention rate of your reading. The first step is to understand your purpose. Know what it is that you want to learn or gain from reading. The second step is to pull out key words and phrases. The third step is to focus only on the information that matters to your purpose. With mapping you can achieve more in less time and retain more because less important details won’t be hogging your memory.

7. PRINT OUT PAGES OF PARTICULAR INTEREST
Sometimes the best way to keep something for future use is simply to print it out and file it away. Having a well-organized filing system can be a big help when you go back to look for specific information. For non-technical people that aren’t into online bookmarks, this is a realistic solution. Additionally, just reading something from paper rather than from the monitor can make a big difference for some people in terms of retention.

8. TAKE NOTES
Note taking is a common practice in a classroom setting or at seminars and conferences, but very few people take notes while reading online. Why? It’s probably not natural to most of us when reading online, but note taking has several benefits. First of all, the action of writing down the key points of an article will help to reinforce those ideas. Second, notes give you a way to go back and make use of information in the future. Note taking can also be combined with the filing system mentioned above.

9. OUTLINE THE ARTICLE
If there is a particular article containing a good bit of information that you want to understand and remember, take a pen and paper and jot down an outline of the article as you read. Writing the outline will help you to use an active reading technique that will increase retention, plus it will help you to understand and identify the relationship between key points of the article.

10. USE A BOOKMARKS MANAGER LIKE DEL.ICIO.US
As you’re surfing through the web you’re bound to come across certain pages and websites that you know you will have a use for in the future. Rather than relying on your memory to make your way back to this content, use a bookmarks manager (like del.icio.us) to store all of your bookmarked pages online in one place.
Simply using a bookmarks manager isn’t enough. You also need to be careful to accurately tag the page so that you will easily be able to find it later. When you go back to del.icio.us to find what you’re looking for, tags are probably the easiest way to browse through your bookmarks. Use tags consistently to mark the same types of pages and you’ll save yourself some time and headaches in the future. Retrieved from http://vandelaydesign.com/blog/blogging/10-tips-to-retain-more-of-what-you-read-online

Big Huge Labs

I don't think this is for my everyday life.





I used big huge labs jigsaw maker to create a puzzle of a smiley. I love using smiley's I include one in almost every email I compose.





http://bighugelabs.com/photos/f88a32dcfd8d60555ab8d16a6383b7c5/jigsaw3930420

Flickr

I was intimidated and amazed at what I saw posted. I think the best job with what flickr has to offer was done by Elise Fare http:www.inquiltingstitches.blogspot.com.

The first post I saw that appears to show the person learning from doing this was Donna Peretzman at http:www.dp-library20trek.blogspot.com.

Good Job ladies

I searched on flickr using the keyword Kids. I saw this pic that I thought was a way to show how technology has changed our world. You can no longer believe with your eyes. I wish they would have shown a before and after shot.

the link is

http://www.flickr.com/photos/beija-flor/1162719051/

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1075/1162719051_3815399455.jpg?v=0

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easiest and hardest 7 1/2 lifelong habits

My selections were habit easiest #7 1/2 Play. I love to play and that is how I actually learned most of my computer knowledge.

My hardest habit is #6 Using technology to my advantage. I learn but seems like it is after the fact instead of in the now.

I have a bit of reserve hesitation, don't really know why I just do.

Here is a list of all the habits.

7 ½ Habits of Highly Successful Lifelong Learners

Habit 1: Begin with the end in mind

Habit 2: Accept responsibility for your own learning

Habit 3: View problems as challenges

Habit 4: Have confidence in yourself as a competent, effective learner

Habit 5: Create your own learning toolbox

Habit 6: Use technology to your advantage

Habit 7: Teach/mentor others

Habit 7 ½: Play

Signs of a Stroke

I think this is useful information

RECOGNIZING A STROKE

Thank God for the sense to remember the '3' steps, STR.
Read and Learn!Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.
Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions:
S * Ask the individual to SMILE.

T * Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently) ( i.e. It is sunny out today)

R * Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS.

If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call 999/911 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.. New Sign of a Stroke -------- Stick out Your TongueNOTE: Another 'sign' of a stroke is this: Ask the person to 'stick' out his tongue..If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other , that is also an indication of a stroke.

WOW

I have been infinitely collected in time and space through 0's and 1's.

New to blogging we shall see how this pans out. :-)