Word processing and spreadsheets on the web are great for folks who have a computer but don't want to spend big bucks for Microsoft products. And they are very easy to share--I like Google Docs because when you log into your mail you are already logged in and you don't have to create a separate account. It was very intuitive to use, so I shared a document that my father had given me that means a lot to me, both then and now.
Very powerful stuff.
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Friday, August 10, 2007
Monday, August 6, 2007
Wikis
Share things, learn more. Good idea, but how accurate is the information if everyone and anyone can tweak it? The success of wikis will depend, I guess, on the comfort level of the user accessing the information.
I can see how library wikis can be useful. Our BCPL Virtual Book Club could be a wiki. How about the statewide training program for new librarians? Since this would be accessed by learners and their trainers almost exclusively not too many folks out of libraryland would be much interested in playing tricks here. How about a Readers Advisory wiki of recommendations for special hard-to-please populations like reluctant teen readers? Teachers and other educators could contribute.
I can see how library wikis can be useful. Our BCPL Virtual Book Club could be a wiki. How about the statewide training program for new librarians? Since this would be accessed by learners and their trainers almost exclusively not too many folks out of libraryland would be much interested in playing tricks here. How about a Readers Advisory wiki of recommendations for special hard-to-please populations like reluctant teen readers? Teachers and other educators could contribute.
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