Thing 2

At this point, my knowledge of Web 2.0 tools is very limited. I suppose by registering for 23 things on a stick, I have committed to finding the time to learn more about Web 2.0 tools. Working in a K-4 building, our students have limited access to the Internet, almost always under direct supervision. The articles, however, gave me ideas on how Library 2.0 could be implemented in a primary-intermediate elementary setting, for example, a "Book Space" in which users could create profiles and share personalized reading lists and reviews. Perhaps we could start a "Book Space" with interested staff members.

I have observed over the past few years, with some interest, the use of texting, MySpace, etc., by my young adult children. "The Ongoing Web Revolution" article brings into focus "the human aspect of Web 2.0": "connections and conversations, presence, and feelings." I hope to learn more of the motivation and value of this form of communication to youth and others, as well as, the tools to use it. Perhaps John Blyberg nails it in his blog when he says we need to strive to keep libraries relevant to "engage future tax payers."

I believe the Internet is a great tool to access information, if properly applied. As media specialists we teach and caution our students to carefully evaluate all the information for its value. There is also always the concern for young students' safety. "The Ongoing Web Revolution" conveys this thought in that traditionally, "the conflict is that Web 2.0 users bare all while libraries still try to protect their user's privacy." I know that conflict exists in me.

As most of the Web 2.0 tools are foreign to me, I look forward to learning about all of them.