Who said you can't teach an old librarian new tricks????
Much to the amusement of my teenage children - I have navigated my way through this adventure and found it to be a real revelation.
I have gone from having little knowledge of terms and concepts associated with Web 2.0 - to a greater exposure and introduction of what's out there and how it works!
On a personal level I have enjoyed the discoveries of blogs, RSS feeds, image generators, Web based applications and Library Thing, to name just a few. I have found it challenging and satisfying then applying them to my needs, interests and taioring them to my PC set up at home so that I may take full advantage of them.
On a work level - I have a far better picture in my head of not only what is available to our patrons but how we can serve their needs more efficiently. Web based applications on our public terminals is just one example of many ideas I have. I also have many more resources and time saving devices that not only I can use, but that I can recommend to patrons. answers.yahoo.com - is just one example that springs to mind.
I have really, really enjoyed the blogging experience too - which was a real revelation to me.
Never one to keep a diary - I have amazed myself at how much I have enjoyed putting my thoughts and feelings into print. (Probably helps that I secretly think no-one in their right mind will read this)
I will never be able to take over any of the IT roles within our organisation - but I feel I have developed some confidence and a better grasp of the ever changing and quickly developing online digital media.
... and probably on a less "technical" level - I have just loved and valued the fact that certain aspects of this program has made me stop and think about my life. What are my favourite books, Why? Memories of libraries long ago, how we tackled tasks prior to technological advancements, taping radio shows before Podcasts ...
Thanks to all involved - although more time consuming than I anticipated - it has been a totally worthwhile experience .... and where else would I have discovered that my Porn Star name is
"Reedy Velvet"
4 comments:
Well, who's a little smarty pants then??? Best thing about bloglines...I can spy on you!
Congratulations from NZ, from someone about half-way through the programme and, I assume, fellow lover of Possum Magic.
Woo Hoo!! Congratulations on a job well done.
Regards
Leslie
Well done on being the first GRLC member to finish the program. I am just on your tail.
Janelle.
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