Thing 7: Web 2.0 Communication Tools

In many ways e-mail has improved communications however I don’t think of it as a rapid form of communication. For some things I prefer face to face communication. E-mail has taken tone and body language out of the equation. I find it much less time consuming to brainstorm with a person/s face to face, email tends to take to much time. This could be however because I like to hash out every thing and dislike typing out my thoughts. Unless we are talking distance than email is the total ticket. That is as long as an instant answer isn't needed.

The library uses email to notify patrons of reserves, due dates and overdue notices. We have Internet computers which patrons often use to email friends and family. I use a email contact list for the bookmobile when the bus is having mechanical problems. Patrons often comment about liking this contact. Reference uses IM as a tool for questions and answers.

I do not use text message or instance messaging for work I find it to distracting. At home I occasionally use instant messaging for a friend that lives out of state. Than it can be fun and appears to cut the distance between friends. It's amazing how many options there are for communication.

I have attended several Webinars. They are great and truly a good way to contact a number of people without the cost of travel and time.

Thing 6: Online Image Generators

My creation,

I am amazed at how easy and fun this is. The end result is quite professional looking. I can see many uses for Frickr at the library and also in my personal life. I went to Big Huge Labs and trading cards: I could see this being a fun way to promote series at the library. Image chef was easy to navigate.

Thing 5: More Flickr Fun

Fun, fun, fun and yes addicting. After playing with/using several of these mash-ups I need to change my last entry. I can see myself using these tools for other things besides my photos. What a great way to make posters, bookmarks etc. I think using Flickr to advertise both library and personal events would be great. As far as sharing photos on line maybe sharing some public and some friends and family only. I do see how this tool could easily be misused.

As for 23 Things it has already got me going places and doing things on the internet that I have never ventured. I am enjoying myself so much that I find myself reading 23 thing blogs and playing on my computer at home. I must need a life!

Thing 4: Photo Sharing with Flickr

I had no problem downloading pictures using Flickr. I ran into trouble trying to transfer them to my blog. Fortunately a more computer wise co-worker came to my aid and helped me. I than transferred a second picture so that I knew how. I have mastered the steps to delete postings.

If I use Flickr again it would most likely be for personal Photos.