summary

The program was very intense and involved. For someone like myself who rarely uses the computer, it was a lot of information to digest. However, I at least have a basic understanding of the various technologies available and am now a little more familiar with the terminology. I am relieved that the program is over.

Net Library

I found the net library information interesting. As I do not have or use any portable devices, I will not be using this service.

Podcasts

I have looked at some of the discovery exercises. It is interesting but not anything I will use.

YouTube

I have just viewed several of the recommended videos (the ones about libraries and books). I found them ridiculous. I will probably not use YouTube.

WPL Fun Things

I enjoyed seeing the pictures of the pets. We have a miniature daschund named Lucy who is almost 4 years old and she is adorable.

Wikis

I have just read and listened to the information about wikis. I didn't realize all the different uses of them. I found the library ones interesting, especially the WPL reference one, listing, among other things, autobiographies. As I discovered in previous assignments, though, sometimes too much information is not really very helpful and actually makes more work than necessary.

Future of libraries

I read the first three perspectives and found them interesting. Yes, the library has to keep up with change and be available to meet the needs of its patrons. However, I hope we never lose our personal connections with our patrons, especially the elderly or those not so technologically inclined. I, for one, enjoy the day-to-day personal interactions with our patrons much more than the computer.