# 23 Is This Really The End ? Or Just The Beginning...

Yahoo I've finished. I've had some fun along the way and discovered that some staff have hidden talents I wasn't previously aware of. Overall I would like to revisit some of the technologies I have discovered along the way when time permits. However I'm not a 'blogger'and at the end of this training session my blog will be deleted and sent to cyberspace. I see endless possibilities for things like flickr, youtube and podcasts. So farewell to learning 2.0 as my next desk shift awaits.

# 22 Audiobooks

No more damaged books, scribble and dog ears? Libaries can now purchase audio files and some people may prefer downloadable eAudiobooks. However I feel there is a long way to go before libraries become electronic storage facilities. In the future I can visualise a genuine demand for this concept.

# 21 Podcasts Smodcasts

I explored Podcast.net and enjoyed listening to some British comedy under the heading of entertainment. The library could add a storytelling podcast to a children's section on the homepage and also add podcasts to announce any upcoming events. Another consideration would be an author interview prior to the release of a new title or author visit.I was disappointed with some podcasts because they wouldn't load and I lost interest in them. Overall Podcast.net received my vote as the preferred site.

Whats Not On YouTube? Dancing Prisoners.

# 20 You Too Can YouTube

Decisions,decisions.Youtube has endless videos that I could add to my blog. I've managed to narrow it down to about three. As previously stated in my earlier post I think this site is all about fun but can also be used for training purposes. Library homepages could add a video of the month which might include updates on building renovations, childrens events and the latest library news. It might catch the interest of some patrons and attract more use of the homepage.I chose the marching/dancing prisoners because it's so controversial and shows the power of the 'web'. Some human rights activists are apalled by this series of dance routines whereas supporters feel it has helped rehabilitate prisoners and gives them purpose. It has become so popular that over eight million hits have been recorded on some of their videos.

# 19 Discovering Web 2.0 Tools

I like the video category winner of Youtube. It's fun, can be informative and also allows you to upload videos on your mobile phone. The down side is there's a lot of videos not worth bothering with so you have to be selective. In a library setting a video of a library activity could be put onto the homepage.

# 18 Web Based Apps.

I've always thought there must be a web based word processing site but have only become aware of it through learning 2.0. Zohowriter is something that staff can suggest to public internet users because our library service doesn't offer word processing. The added bonus from this resource is that it is free and no software downloads are required.