Wikis

I use wikis for several things in my job. The continuing education coordinators from all 50 states have a wiki. We use the wiki to share information and to ask questions. We also use it when planning our annual meeting.

We have a wiki at work to discuss changes and updates to the library's website.

I am on a grant committee and we use a wiki to write our documentation. One person writes the original document and everyone else can edit the piece.

I have found wikis to be very useful.

Tagging

I have a Delicious account and I do use Delicious, although maybe not as much as I should. What I like about Delicious is that I have my bookmarks no matter where I go. I also like being able to share bookmarks with my friends. Another cool thing about Delicious is that it recommends websites based on my tags. Very cool!

Social Networking

I have a facebook account. I did not think I would use it a lot and I do not post a lot. However, I go in at least once a week to see what my friends are doing. It is a good way to keep up with people when time is limited. I think facebook and myspace are good ways for libraries to get the word out about events that are happening at the library. I read the newspaper, but a lot of younger people don't. I think one way of reaching them is through social networking tools such as myspace and facebook.

Google Docs

I created a word document in Google docs. I then invited a friend to add to the document. I could see where this would be very handy for libraries that have a tight budget. Not having to purchase Word, Wow! This would also be a useful tool if you are on a committee that has to write or revise a document. I thought this was a very cool tool!