Method 6

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ot7Trk6J2Vw




I would definitely use youtube for videos pertaining to my hobby of quilting. A definite plus would be to refresh quilting tips and techniques by watching the videos after periods of time have passed since I started a project. Even in my limited world, I would use this feature.

As far as libraries are concerned, I can see where it might be helpful to promote reading programs, a visiting author, book signings, etc, but I don't think I would ever use the feature.

Method 5

http://www.flickr.com/photos/walkadog/3892910897/

I use Kodak Easyshare for my photo editing and management. I would not share with the public any of my pictures. I can see using online photo sharing more for a public entity (to promote an activity, to encourage involvement in public going-ons, etc) than for a school library.

However, there have been times when someone talks about the way they have a display set up or arrangement of student areas that might be helpful if you were able to see a photo.

Method 4

http://www.google.com/reader/view/feed/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.topix.net%2Frss%2Fhobbies%2Fquilting.xml#stream/feed%2Fhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.topix.net%2Frss%2Fhobbies%2Fquilting.xml

http://www.npr.org/blogs/alltechconsidered/2009/10/ebook_readers_hot_this_holiday.html

http://www.darcypattison.com/writing-life/fame-and-fortune/

I don't think I would use the RSS feeds on a regular basis. Maybe at some point, I will feel more comfortable with it, but not at this time.

Method 3

Even though alot of the cloud computing ideas sound more efficient &/or time-saving, I'm not sure I am personally ready to have all of my documents, spreadsheets, etc. stored "in the clouds". I can understand the convenience of being able to log on and retreive my information from any computer, not just my usual workstation. But, I am not sure how much or how often I would use some of the programs available (e.g. presentations). After our tech personnel reviewed and approved safety considerations for students storing their personal documents on the web, I would consider promoting the ideas through the library. At this point, I would consider myself more cautious than excited about the cloud computing.