#23 PRAISE THE LORD!!!

I'm so happy! Thankyou Kathy (and Heather) for giving me the chance to finish this. Strangely enough I've learnt a lot more than I ever expected to. I've realized, looking at my blog, how often I mention my children being quite comfortable with using tools like facebook, Youtube, blogs etc. We do have to keep libraries relevant to this age group as they are the future users.

I've realized I don't really like blogging, but will probably continue using flickr or facebook, particularly as my kids leave home it will be a good (cheap ) way to communicate.

I got quite excited about the possible uses of the online applications. I will be happy to suggest patrons have a look at sites like zoho and googledocs it may help them with portability of their documents.

Overall, it was pretty interesting, I'm glad I've finished but I'm also glad I had the opportunity and support to complete Web 2.0

#22 ebooks

This is the way of the future. I don't think they will completely take over from books but will be a great alternative. The advantages are: no more waiting for popular items, no overdues (less responsibility for library to collect fines), convenient (order from home) etc. I know I would still judge a book by it's cover but it has definite possibilities for many in the community.

#21 AGAIN!

Had a look at various titles of podcasts available. I know the value of podcasts as my children use them regularly to watch episodes of their favourite tv show that have not yet been shown in Australia. They're great as an educational tool as people generally prefer to listen to a description of a new concept than read about it. It gives you an extra dimension to your learning. I definitely see a place for them in the library of the future in regards to instructional videos, oral histories and cultural developments.

#21 YouTube

I know this is a medium of communication that is open to misuse but it's positive contribution to the spread of ideas and popular culture is huge. Young people particularly can use it as a form of communicating their culture with their peers. Remote area youth can feel included also

#20 YouTube

I'm going to refer back to #3 where I blogged a music video "Library Girl". I was so impressed with myself but soon thereafter lost confidence and interest. My kids love YouTube for offbeat and unusual videos. There's a new dance called the "Melbourne shuffle" which is fantastic. My eldest son loves watching videos of that. It seems to be that YouTube is a way of spreading news, gossip and culture in a medium that is traditionally for young people (who else has the time to sit and look at stuff all day!)

#19 OnLine Tools

I had a look at http://www.myfamily.com/ . This seems like it could be an interesting way to stay conected with family to share photos, stories and news in a secure environment. There is so much available and so many ways to utilize these sites. It's mind boggling!

#18 Zoho Writer

This is fantastic!!! My youngest son has "accidently" lost our Word program ( it wasn't the first time) this site is wonderful as I can use it instead. It's free, easy to use. There are many other ways it can be utilized i.e sharing documents with people and enabling them to edit if they want, automatic saving so you don't lose something you've been working on for ages, available on any computer with internet etc. In the public library system it could be great to encourage users to try this, it negates the need for usb's and discs and they don't have to worry about being able to access the computer with Word.