Listed below are the 22 Things (or small exercises) that you can do on the web to explore and expand your knowledge of the Internet and Web 2.0.
Week 1: Introduction
1. Read this blog & find out about the program.
2. Discover a few pointers from lifelong learners and learn how to nurture your own learning process.
3. Watch this video from YouTube. (Don't worry if you don't get it. It will definitely make sense soon.)
4. Finally, spend a little time exploring TEVA and see what kind of fun things you can find from our collection.
Week 2: Blogging
5. Set up your own blog & add your first post.
6. Take a quick tutorial about TEL and spend some time searching TEL for either newspaper articles, health information or even an idea for the next novel you read. Record something on your blog that surprised you from TEL.
Week 3: Photos & Images
7. Explore Flickr and learn about this popular image hosting site.
8. Have some Flickr fun and discover some Flickr mashups & 3rd party sites.
9. Create a blog post that includes a picture from TEVA and comment on someone else's blog entry.
Week 4: RSS & Newsreaders
10. Learn about RSS feeds and setup your own Bloglines newsreader account.
11. Locate a few useful library related blogs and/or news feeds.
Week 5: Play Week
12. Take a look at LibraryThing and catalog some of your favorite books.
13. Take a closer look at YouTube.
14. Roll your own search tool with Rollyo.
15. Overcome your fear of Myspace
Week 6: Tagging, Folksonomies & Technorati
16. Learn about tagging and discover a Del.icio.us (a social bookmaking site)
17. Explore Technorati and learn how tags work with blog posts.
18. Read a few perspectives on Web 2.0, Library 2.0 and the future of libraries and blog your thoughts.
Week 7: Wikis and Archive-It
19. Learn about wikis and discover some innovative ways that libraries are using them.
20. Check out the Internet Archive and TSLA's own Archive-It project.
Week 8: Online Applications & Tools
21. Take a look at some online productivity (word processing, spreadsheet) tools.
22. Explore any site from the Web 2.0 awards list, play with it and write a blog post about your findings.
Thursday, September 13, 2007
About the Learning 2.0 Project
Following the example set forth by TSLA in adapting this program, this blog is part of HRRL's Learning 2.0 project to encourage staff to experiment and learn about the new and emerging technologies that are reshaping the context of information on the Internet today.
The objectives of this program are to:
Encourage exploration of Web 2.0 and new technologies by HRRL staff and member libraries.
Provide staff with new tools (that are freely available on the Internet).
Reward staff for taking the initiative to complete 22 self-discovery exercises.
The Learning 2.0 program was adapted from the originally designed program by Helene Blowers, Public Library of Charlotte Mecklenburg County Technology Director, with the support and assitance of several staff and is loosely based upon Stephen Abram's article, 43 Things I (or You) might want to do this year (Information Outlook - Feb 2006) and the website 43Things.
The design of this online program was completely built on Web 2.0 technologies that are freely available on the Internet. These sites include: Blogger, Flickr, Odeo, YouTube, PBWiki & Bloglines.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
FAQs
Just the FAQs
How does this online learning program work?
This is a self-discovery program which encourages staff to take control of their own learning and to utilize their lifelong learning skills through exploration and PLAY. There will be no classes or workshops offered to support this program. Instead, staff are encouraged to work together and share with each other their discoveries, techniques and "how to's" both in person and through their blogs.
Is this program open to all staff?
We encourage the directors of our libraries to allow all of their staff to participate. Everyone needs to keep learning. Use it or lose it we say.
How do I track my progress for each of the 22 things?
Each staff member that chooses to participate in this program will be required to keep a blog to track their progress.
I've seen the list of 22 things on the website, but how do I know what to do with them?
We've segmented the exercises into weeks which is just a loose guideline. Begin at the beginning and just click your way down the list. That being said, work at your own pace. Some exercises will take longer than others and of course sometimes you have more time to play than others. The point of this is not regimented "homework assignments", the point is to learn and have fun at the same time.
Can I work ahead through the list of items on my own?
Yes, of course. You are encouraged to self-direct your discovery process, especially by working ahead on your own! However, if you do work ahead on some items, be sure to check back on your colleagues' progress and experiences.
What if I need help - who can I call?
Since this program is self-directed and is being completed by many staff members throughout the system simultaneously, you are encouraged to work with colleagues along your discovery journey. If you need more help, feel free to contact Troy or Chris at the Regional Library.
Do you have further questions about the Learning 2.0 program that you suspect are asked frequently? Click on Post a comment below.
How does this online learning program work?
This is a self-discovery program which encourages staff to take control of their own learning and to utilize their lifelong learning skills through exploration and PLAY. There will be no classes or workshops offered to support this program. Instead, staff are encouraged to work together and share with each other their discoveries, techniques and "how to's" both in person and through their blogs.
Is this program open to all staff?
We encourage the directors of our libraries to allow all of their staff to participate. Everyone needs to keep learning. Use it or lose it we say.
How do I track my progress for each of the 22 things?
Each staff member that chooses to participate in this program will be required to keep a blog to track their progress.
I've seen the list of 22 things on the website, but how do I know what to do with them?
We've segmented the exercises into weeks which is just a loose guideline. Begin at the beginning and just click your way down the list. That being said, work at your own pace. Some exercises will take longer than others and of course sometimes you have more time to play than others. The point of this is not regimented "homework assignments", the point is to learn and have fun at the same time.
Can I work ahead through the list of items on my own?
Yes, of course. You are encouraged to self-direct your discovery process, especially by working ahead on your own! However, if you do work ahead on some items, be sure to check back on your colleagues' progress and experiences.
What if I need help - who can I call?
Since this program is self-directed and is being completed by many staff members throughout the system simultaneously, you are encouraged to work with colleagues along your discovery journey. If you need more help, feel free to contact Troy or Chris at the Regional Library.
Do you have further questions about the Learning 2.0 program that you suspect are asked frequently? Click on Post a comment below.
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