I would first like to discuss how libraries are using Web 2.0. One feature that I have been particularly interested in is the wiki and how libraries are using it to enhance library services, communication, and collaboration. One website that I have been following is Library Success: A Best Practices Wiki. On the main page on will find a Table of Contents that lists Categories that may be utilized. If one follows the link further, you may do so here . The user will find an extend listing of information relative to the library science profession. I think this is remarkable to provide resources in such a manner that will assist any who have informational needs in this regard. This resource also lists community links to provide a wiki user list as well as a list for librarians who use instant message. This would enhance communication aspects that we have discussed in class. There is also a section on collaborative tools listed to demonstrate the collaborative nature of this website. I managed to locate a video on collaboration between a teacher and library and think that it demonstrates how applicable Web 2.0 and collaboration are to education today.
Going further into the concept of education is the subject of research and how Delicious might be utilized to further one’s progression in utilizing Web 2.0. I believe here would be the best place to discuss the many benefits that I have encountered with Delicious. I have long since Bookmarked and saved continuing lists of links to make reference to in future context. Delicious is the perfect solution to organization. Not only does it provide organization, it also connects one to others to assist one in branching out and exploring Web 2.0 and broaden one’s horizon. I think the key objective is the condense nature of a tag verses topical indexes. This is one way that I used Delicious. I also utilized Featured, stacks, and recent links to give insight as I would browse the sight to see what was available. I did also utilize Library of Congress Subject Headings to locate key tags of note. Google Reader is yet another resource that I have used alongside of Delicious. Where tags are the condensed form of bookmarks and topical lists, Google Reader is much like an expanded index list. A tag would not be appropriate for clustering blogs as reader is quite appropriate for. I think using these resources in conjunction to each other seems to be a nice pair.
One way that I use Delicious is to keep abreast of the latest information and development in the library world. I have often felt in the dark on issues, wondering how I would keep up-to-date without having a professional subscription set before me. Delicious is a wonderful way to do this. Another way that I utilize Delicious is to connect subject matter of topical interest. For instance in the featured section, Harry Potter Recipes is listed. This might be linked to feature Harry Potter Series or even with the Pumpkin section for seasonal reading and local interest for a book club. Something that occurred to me is that I love religious fiction and women love Amish recipes. Delicious could then be used to connect to sights that offer information on Amish recipes found in a particular book series such as Beverly Lewis and Whoopee Pies.
Overall Delicious has been an inspiring discovery. It is a useful tool for organization, yet gives wings to unleash a wealth of information that is only at one’s fingertips. I am looking forward to advancing forward in my pursuit of utilizing this source to its fullest potential as we press forward through the rest of this course’s offerings.
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