Happy Easter

Well done Rose who seems to have taken to the whole thing like a duck to water!!! Check out her blog (if you can guess which one it is from the list)

Simmone is still leading but there are a couple of people hot on her heels, Trevor and Gillian

I hope everyone has a good break over Easter and comes back refreshed and ready to get into more library 2.0.

Check the register to make sure I've recorded your progress and if I've left something out post a comment on this blog. Don't forget to number the 'things' you have done in your blog so I can easilykeep track.

25 Blogs Registered!

We now have 25 blogs registered. Well done everyone. I hope to hear soon from the people outside of the library who have registered.

Update

Good morning everyone. It's good to see there was lots to update this morning. Check out the particpants' spreadsheet to see where we are all at.....I must get on to my training as I'm only up to #8!!!

Participants' Registration Log

A spreadsheet has been set-up in Google Docs which will track your progress.

This is why its very important to number each of your posts with the 'Thing' you are up to!

The link is on the left Particpants' Register - Keep track of your progress

It may take me a couple of days to input all the information I have now but after that I should be able to maintain it on a regular basis. Let me know if I've got something wrong by posting a comment.

Blog Registrations

There are now 13 blogs registered. Well done!

Have a look and let me know if you need me to add yours. (the link is to your left Participants' blogs)

Once you have completed each exercise please post onto your blog the exercise you have completed a little bit about what you learned or how you liked it. Please start your title with the number of the exercise. eg. #3 or #8 whichever you have completed.

Library 2.0

Welcome to the Bayside Library Blog. This is where you will begin your journey to learn all about the wonderful world of Library 2.0 Charlotte and Mecklenburg Public Library has developed a training program called '23 Things'. There are 23 Things (or small exercises) that you can do on the web to explore and expand your knowledge of the Internet and Web 2.0. Staff are encouraged to complete all 23 items on this list by 25 September 2007. Those staff that complete all items by this date will qualify to be entered in the draw for an iPod Nano (donated by Civica), meal vouchers (donated by Khyat's Hotel) and other prizes which will be drawn at the All Staff Training Day on 1 October. Put aside an hour a week and don't be afraid to ask other people for help. It's all about having fun and learning at the same time.
Enjoy!!!!

This training program is made available under Creative Commons

FAQs

FAQs for Learning 2.0

What about Privacy?
There is none! Everyone can read your Blog, this is the nature of Blogs in general.

Suggestions: You can remain anonymous by choosing a Generic Name for the Blog and hide your user profile if you wish.
Keep in mind the type of Posts you make and use discretion in mentioning names/places etc. Copyright issues and intellectual content also apply to Blogs.

How do I Register?
Use the online registration form on the web technologies page. It also includes a Blog registration. Use the CUT and PASTE method to put your URL into your registration form or emails.

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 Bayside Staff?
Yes the Program is open to All Bayside Staff regardless of position or status (full or part time).

How long do I have to complete this program?
The program begins on 5 March and ends on 30 September, but you will still follow the ’23 things’ Blog' to complete tasks.

How do I track my progress?
Each staff member that chooses to participate in this program will be required to keep a blog to track their own progress. Basically you will make regular posts to your Blog about what you are learning, likes dislikes etc. Noting each week and addressing each 'Thing'!

Will there be any training classes offered to show staff how to do this?
No, this is a self-directed learning program. If you feel you need assistance with an item, you are encouraged to be resourceful and to find a co-worker or another staff member who can help. You can also view other particpant's blogs

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!!