Thing 18 - More Social Networks

Children are going to use computers whether we, as adults, want them to or not. I think it is better that they are allowed on networks that are closely monitored and parents can feel safe in letting their kids on the computer. All of the Fun and Safe Social Networks for Children have their pros and cons. I, myself, do not like putting ANY personal information on the computer. On the other hand, technology is the future and I would encourage families to look at the networks and pick the one that will fit what they want and one that will be most beneficial to their child.

I was very impressed with Webjunction. Everything you want to know from courses, programs, events to discussion groups is available. I think it would be great to have something like this available to our patrons. The more we can offer; the better we become.

Thing 17 - Social Networks

I am currently not a member of social networks or any other online community. The online communities allow you to join and do many things. I accessed CROUPON for the Tampa Bay area and it allows you to purchase things at a discount. For example you can dine at Splitsville in Channelside for $17, which is a discount of 51%. The regular price is $35. I'm always looking for bargains and this might be something I would use, especially around the holidays.

Model Falling on Catwalk!!!

Thing 14: Online Video

I love YouTube I go on at least once a day for everything from music, documentaries, & shows that you cant seem to find anywhere else. I searched libraries as well and looked at interesting videos of the future of libraries, but I posted a video that I saw a few years ago that I thought was funny. Elisabeth thinks I'm horrible for laughing at people getting hurt, but I also laugh at myself so what can you do but share the funny video of a skinny person falling(lol). 

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Thing 15

I listened to all the podcasts suggested and found that I liked PodcastBunker and Podbean best. On PodcastBunker I listened to New York Times front page and also stuff you missed in history class. Podbean has an ESL broadcast with several subjects to choose from. I've found that I enjoy Podcasts. Sometimes just listening to the spoken word instead of being bombarded by visual images can be a good thing. I think a Podcast of Booktalking with Iris would be worth exploring. She has a great voice and a wonderful program.

Thing 14

I've been watching YouTube videos for a few years now. It's great to be able to look up songs that I enjoyed 35 years ago. . I also watched the videos made by other libraries across the country. Some of them were very clever. It would be great if Largo Public Library could video some of the upcoming events and a demonstration on how to use eBook readers and post it to the website. Many people have received them for Christmas and have no idea how to download books to them.