My current working definition of a podcast is as follows. I'm sure I'll refine my definition over time.
A podcast is an audio or video file distributed through the internet that uses a feed for playback and subscription. New podcast episodes are posted on regular basis.
I enjoyed listening to podcasts created by students such as the Coley Cast. I think podcasts would be a great way to share student work with parents throughout the school year. I'll have to do some more thinking about how podcasting could be used in the library. My only idea so far would be to create some library orientation podcasts or podcasts about special events. These would be great for the younger library users who couldn't read a blog post.
Podcasting was a real challenge for me! I didn't have any trouble recording the audio file in Audacity, but uploading the file to my blog was difficult. My first attempt resulted in a blank audio file. :) I think I would use Edublogs in the future if I plan to do regular podcasting.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
My Library Podcast
I created this podcast to introduce library users to the different sections of our library.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Week 2 Reflections
What did you learn?
RSS Readers are great tools to keep track of blog posts on your favorite blogs. It's nice to have everything in one place that you can check from anywhere rather than relying on a list of favorites in Internet Explorer.
How will you use what you have learned?
I will definitely be more consistent in reading professional blogs now that they are all in one place!
How did you feel about this tool?
It's very useful.
What do you not want to forget about this tool?
I had some trouble getting all my feeds arranged on the reader. I hope I can remember the tricks I learned.
How can this be used in the classroom or in your educational role?
I will use my RSS reader to keep up with the professional blogs I like to read, but often forget.
Should you use this in the classroom or your educational role?
Just educational so far. I'm not sure how it could be used in a classroom.
What questions do you still have about this tool?
None at the moment.
RSS Readers are great tools to keep track of blog posts on your favorite blogs. It's nice to have everything in one place that you can check from anywhere rather than relying on a list of favorites in Internet Explorer.
How will you use what you have learned?
I will definitely be more consistent in reading professional blogs now that they are all in one place!
How did you feel about this tool?
It's very useful.
What do you not want to forget about this tool?
I had some trouble getting all my feeds arranged on the reader. I hope I can remember the tricks I learned.
How can this be used in the classroom or in your educational role?
I will use my RSS reader to keep up with the professional blogs I like to read, but often forget.
Should you use this in the classroom or your educational role?
Just educational so far. I'm not sure how it could be used in a classroom.
What questions do you still have about this tool?
None at the moment.
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
RSS Reflections
I'm running a little behind. My mom was in town last week, so I put all classwork on hold to spend time with her! :)
What RSS reader did you chose and why?
I decided to use Netvibes as my RSS reader. I have colleagues that use Netvibes and recommend it. I liked the clean, easy to use format. Multiple columns were also appealing. So far I'm pleased.
What “non-classmate” blogs did you subscribe to? What made you chose those blogs?
Joyce Valenza's NeverEndingSearch
As I said in the post about blogs, I really like to read about what new things Joyce is trying in the library. She is my hero for Web 2.0 in libraries!
Doug Johnson's Blue Skunk Blog
Doug Johnson is a name I hear often in school library discussions at a national level. I'm curious what he has to say and look forward to reading his blog.
AASL Blog
I recently discovered this blog of the American Association of School Librarians. I'm interested to read about school libraries from a broader perspective than just Texas. It also has a blogroll of other library related blogs that I am anxious to check out.
What RSS reader did you chose and why?
I decided to use Netvibes as my RSS reader. I have colleagues that use Netvibes and recommend it. I liked the clean, easy to use format. Multiple columns were also appealing. So far I'm pleased.
What “non-classmate” blogs did you subscribe to? What made you chose those blogs?
Joyce Valenza's NeverEndingSearch
As I said in the post about blogs, I really like to read about what new things Joyce is trying in the library. She is my hero for Web 2.0 in libraries!
Doug Johnson's Blue Skunk Blog
Doug Johnson is a name I hear often in school library discussions at a national level. I'm curious what he has to say and look forward to reading his blog.
AASL Blog
I recently discovered this blog of the American Association of School Librarians. I'm interested to read about school libraries from a broader perspective than just Texas. It also has a blogroll of other library related blogs that I am anxious to check out.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
My Library
Just to try out posting a picture, I thought I would show you my library. It has a high ceiling with exposed wood beams and lots of windows. I think it's a great place to work! :)
Monday, June 16, 2008
Week 1 Reflection
What did you learn?
I learned that it is not as difficult to start a blog as I imagined. I continue to be amazed at all the different types of blogs available.
How will you use what you have learned?
I plan to continue reading and exploring other library blogs. I would also like to start an elementary library blog in the fall for students.
How did you feel about this tool?
I think blogging is a great tool to quickly and easily share information.
What do you not want to forget about this tool?
I want to be sure to continue looking for other library blogs. I learn a lot from other people's ideas and seeing what kinds of things they post.
How can this be used in the classroom or in your educational role?
In the library, I think a blog would be a great way to promote books to students and teachers and highlight upcoming events.
Should you use this in the classroom or your educational role?
I think I will use it mostly in a classroom role, but I will definitely read other blogs related to libraries because of the ideas they generate.
What questions do you still have about this tool?
I am curious how the comments feature will work with elementary students. I would love for them to share their insights, but I don't want them to share their names or contact information on the blog.
I learned that it is not as difficult to start a blog as I imagined. I continue to be amazed at all the different types of blogs available.
How will you use what you have learned?
I plan to continue reading and exploring other library blogs. I would also like to start an elementary library blog in the fall for students.
How did you feel about this tool?
I think blogging is a great tool to quickly and easily share information.
What do you not want to forget about this tool?
I want to be sure to continue looking for other library blogs. I learn a lot from other people's ideas and seeing what kinds of things they post.
How can this be used in the classroom or in your educational role?
In the library, I think a blog would be a great way to promote books to students and teachers and highlight upcoming events.
Should you use this in the classroom or your educational role?
I think I will use it mostly in a classroom role, but I will definitely read other blogs related to libraries because of the ideas they generate.
What questions do you still have about this tool?
I am curious how the comments feature will work with elementary students. I would love for them to share their insights, but I don't want them to share their names or contact information on the blog.
Library Blogs
I've been thinking about creating a library blog all school year, but I was never quite brave enough to just jump in and start. I enjoyed exploring other library blogs and getting some ideas for what kinds of things I might post on my library blog. Here are a couple of my new favorites.
http://sennlibrary.blogspot.com/
This is a high school library blog that is very similar to what I've always envisioned for elementary students. It highlights books and promotes library and school events.
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/blog/1340000334.html
This blog is written by a high school librarian named Joyce Valenza. I saw her present about Web 2.0 resources for libraries at a conference this spring. I've been sporadically reading her blog ever since. She writes about ways she uses technology in the library and reflects on instructional strategies used with students.
http://sennlibrary.blogspot.com/
This is a high school library blog that is very similar to what I've always envisioned for elementary students. It highlights books and promotes library and school events.
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/blog/1340000334.html
This blog is written by a high school librarian named Joyce Valenza. I saw her present about Web 2.0 resources for libraries at a conference this spring. I've been sporadically reading her blog ever since. She writes about ways she uses technology in the library and reflects on instructional strategies used with students.
Welcome!
Welcome to my Web 2.0 blog! I'm Emily Gardner, librarian at Caldwell Heights Elementary. I will be using this blog to post about the things I'm learning as I explore Web 2.0. I'm excited about learning some new things and finding ways to use them with students and faculty at my campus.
I'm new to blogging, so this will be a fun adventure. I've read lots of blogs, but I've never written my own. Let the adventures begin!
I'm new to blogging, so this will be a fun adventure. I've read lots of blogs, but I've never written my own. Let the adventures begin!
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