I did it! This week (our last week) there was alot of information to absorb. I surely enjoyed the process, though. I loved the Tutorial about the RSS feed.
I finally was able to download an audiobook and this was quite a challenge for me. I needed assistance, continued to read and work through it and finally got it, but with help, of course. Yip, yip, hooray! I was also confused because it didn't ask for our library account #. I think that threw me off.
I will use my new MP3 player for downloading audiobooks and I am so excited that I have made it through this course and kept at it. I will be able to walk and listen to something that I can enjoy. I haven't given up on the Podcast either, I will hopefully get to that. That really sounds interesting.
Tom, Thanks so much for the opportunity. This was fantabulous!
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Week # 9 - Music, Music, Music...
I loved the Library Musical on YouTube.com. It sure brought back memories and when you couldn't make a sound. The Librarians would remind us constantly and do the Shhhhh... thing. You couldn't laugh, or make any kind of noises. You would get a stern look and beware. It was READ, READ, and READ.
I checked out the Mr. Bean video on YouTube.com and that one was hysterical, kind of long but I loved the first part. (That was so true.) Please, please be quiet.
I also had trouble with the last.fm website.
I enjoyed listening to Emily's music. She is very talented and has a great voice. Keep up the good work!
Music map - This was kind of cool. I never heard about this before.
Up to 11.net - I see that this is a Web 2.0 Award winner!
I checked out the Mr. Bean video on YouTube.com and that one was hysterical, kind of long but I loved the first part. (That was so true.) Please, please be quiet.
I also had trouble with the last.fm website.
I enjoyed listening to Emily's music. She is very talented and has a great voice. Keep up the good work!
Music map - This was kind of cool. I never heard about this before.
Up to 11.net - I see that this is a Web 2.0 Award winner!
Monday, June 11, 2007
Week # 8 - Learn how to survive in this new world of technology...
This was another interesting week. I also created a flickr account but haven't tried posting pictures just yet. I will get to this later.
Post a blog entry that discusses this course. Think about on-line learning – do you like it?
This course is fantastic. Thumbs up to Tom! I enjoy learning new things and I also like to know how things work and tick, so you may say that I am very inquisitive. I like to read through the lesson at my leisure and not feel pressured for time. In a classroom setting, you are limited for time and are rushed to get an exercise completed on time. Also, you have to speak or ask a question in front of everyone. Sometimes you may not ask the question because you might be intimidated.
Without mentioning names, have you offered to help anyone?
Yes, I did offer to help someone and haven’t heard back from them.
Has someone helped you?
Yes, most definitely. I also did research on my own and asked questions. It is a must to ask, ask and keep on asking questions.
Are you part of a team working on this together?
No, I am going through the lessons on my own and I am enjoying it. I often feel like I can spend more time on a lesson than usual. That’s because I want to make sure I understand what I am working on first before actually doing the exercise.
Did you reach out to another location?
Yes. It is exciting and fun, especially reading other blog’s that have been posted and not knowing who wrote them but later finding out whose blog it really was.
We are all interacting with each other and learning from one another. This is called the "game of life." I also believe in working together.
Post a blog entry that discusses this course. Think about on-line learning – do you like it?
This course is fantastic. Thumbs up to Tom! I enjoy learning new things and I also like to know how things work and tick, so you may say that I am very inquisitive. I like to read through the lesson at my leisure and not feel pressured for time. In a classroom setting, you are limited for time and are rushed to get an exercise completed on time. Also, you have to speak or ask a question in front of everyone. Sometimes you may not ask the question because you might be intimidated.
Without mentioning names, have you offered to help anyone?
Yes, I did offer to help someone and haven’t heard back from them.
Has someone helped you?
Yes, most definitely. I also did research on my own and asked questions. It is a must to ask, ask and keep on asking questions.
Are you part of a team working on this together?
No, I am going through the lessons on my own and I am enjoying it. I often feel like I can spend more time on a lesson than usual. That’s because I want to make sure I understand what I am working on first before actually doing the exercise.
Did you reach out to another location?
Yes. It is exciting and fun, especially reading other blog’s that have been posted and not knowing who wrote them but later finding out whose blog it really was.
We are all interacting with each other and learning from one another. This is called the "game of life." I also believe in working together.
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Week # 7 - Fun, Fun, Fun!
Dogster.com - Wow! This is a great website. It allows you to find resources for your dog. All kinds of information, Pet services, healthcare stuff, you name it and it will be there. Check out some of the videos, too - they are hysterical!
As far as The Puzzle Player goes - this is awesome! Wild words was alot of fun! I think it can become addicting.
My all time favorite game is Sudoku, my little cousin taught me how to play this game and ever since then, I am hooked. REALLY hooked! At first, I thought that it was a strange game and couldn't get the hang of it but I kept at it and plugged away until it became almost spontaneous. Lastly, I have never played it electronically, but now I have no excuse. I am use to the old fashioned way, with a pencil and paper. I guess I can say I don't like changes, but this course has opened my eyes and I am enjoying the experience. Give it a try!
As far as The Puzzle Player goes - this is awesome! Wild words was alot of fun! I think it can become addicting.
My all time favorite game is Sudoku, my little cousin taught me how to play this game and ever since then, I am hooked. REALLY hooked! At first, I thought that it was a strange game and couldn't get the hang of it but I kept at it and plugged away until it became almost spontaneous. Lastly, I have never played it electronically, but now I have no excuse. I am use to the old fashioned way, with a pencil and paper. I guess I can say I don't like changes, but this course has opened my eyes and I am enjoying the experience. Give it a try!
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Week # 6 - Expanding our minds
What I like about LibraryThing is that it's simple. It was easy to sign up, fast and best of all no one is trying to sell you anything. You are getting quality information, right at your fingertips. It also gives you a list of related books that you may check out at a later time, that is of course if you are interested in the subject. This is cool stuff.
Monday, May 14, 2007
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Week # 4 - Yes, he made it on top of the bed.
Yes, that's the doggy, where he is not suppose to be...
The Web 2.0 video was fantastic!
This week is full of enjoyable reading. I have learned a lot of new things and there sure is a lot of new websites that I have never even heard of. There is a lot of information out there and I am amazed by the creativity and talent. It is all about sharing your ideas and trying out new things.
Back in the day, we use to create things with pen and paper. We would be creative in making our toys to play with, or playing make believe house, whatever the case may be. Today it’s computers: toy ones and real ones... All kinds of gadgets for kids and children to play with. What happened to hopscotch, jump rope and ordinary board games. Today you can’t register for a class unless you have a lap top. What a hoot!
I believe people enjoy coming to the Library, especially to ours, here in Orlando, Florida where the Library is Innovative, Fun, Interactive and most of all the people are friendly.
I believe people enjoy coming to the Library, especially to ours, here in Orlando, Florida where the Library is Innovative, Fun, Interactive and most of all the people are friendly.
No, I was not at all surprised to see us on MySpace and YouTube. That's us, we are right up there with all of the latest and greatest technology. It is a great place to be!
On a side note, Three cheers to the Podcaster, what a great job once again!
Well, until next time. Keep those lessons coming!
Well, until next time. Keep those lessons coming!
Friday, April 13, 2007
Yahoo Pipes
Well, I finally accomplished Yahoo Pipes! After my fourth try, wow! I haven't mastered it yet but I was happy to see some kind of results from all of my hard work. So, everyone reading this, must keep on trying. If I can do it, anyone can.
Here is my link:
http://pipes.yahoo.com/pipes/pipe.info?_id=VrTNYsbp2xGThIYrnkartA
Here is my link:
http://pipes.yahoo.com/pipes/pipe.info?_id=VrTNYsbp2xGThIYrnkartA
Friday, April 6, 2007
Week # 3
Welcome to OCLS Learn 2.0 - Week #3
In doing my research for week # 3's project, I've learned how to create an RSS feed using Bloglines. There is sooooo... much information to absorb, but in creating this and doing hands on, you can learn from your mistakes and then move on. It has been an enjoyable experience for me so far.
These were some of the guidelines we followed:
What is your learning style preference?
My learning styles are primarily Kinesthetic, but I am also a visual learner.
Is Learn 2.0 working with or against your learning preferences?
Learn 2.0 is perfect for me and I am enjoying the process.
Did Grokker's grouping of search results help you? Yes, I liked using Grokker because it hits the topics and groups them for you. I especially enjoyed the map feature. It also allows you to pinpoint your area rather quickly. It's different from a Google search in that you don't have to search very hard to find a topic and get lost in the process.
I enjoyed searching my topic in Grokker. I can't believe I have never heard of this search engine before. The map view is a great tool.
What sites did you select for your RSS reader?
I selected the following for my RSS feeds:
http://blog.ocls.info/director/
http://blog.ocls.info/DRI/
http://www.aboutdogs.info/
http://dictionary.reference.com/wordoftheday/
http://myrsscreator.com/members/computer.xml
Don't forget to check them out.
In doing my research for week # 3's project, I've learned how to create an RSS feed using Bloglines. There is sooooo... much information to absorb, but in creating this and doing hands on, you can learn from your mistakes and then move on. It has been an enjoyable experience for me so far.
These were some of the guidelines we followed:
What is your learning style preference?
My learning styles are primarily Kinesthetic, but I am also a visual learner.
Is Learn 2.0 working with or against your learning preferences?
Learn 2.0 is perfect for me and I am enjoying the process.
Did Grokker's grouping of search results help you? Yes, I liked using Grokker because it hits the topics and groups them for you. I especially enjoyed the map feature. It also allows you to pinpoint your area rather quickly. It's different from a Google search in that you don't have to search very hard to find a topic and get lost in the process.
I enjoyed searching my topic in Grokker. I can't believe I have never heard of this search engine before. The map view is a great tool.
What sites did you select for your RSS reader?
I selected the following for my RSS feeds:
http://blog.ocls.info/director/
http://blog.ocls.info/DRI/
http://www.aboutdogs.info/
http://dictionary.reference.com/wordoftheday/
http://myrsscreator.com/members/computer.xml
Don't forget to check them out.
Look Mommy!
Shotsie got a haircut by a groomer yesterday. It's a groomer on wheels. I have never heard of that before. I guess anything goes down here in the south. He sure is turning silver fast. Look at the pretty blue bows in his hair, that didn't last too long.
How adoreable!
Thursday, April 5, 2007
Bringing home my new "Puppy"
Introducing my nine week old puppy. How cute he is... He is so small and huggable at this age. His name is Shotsie.
Shotsie has been with us since December and has brought alot of laughter into our home. He is so fun to watch and train. Training has been an ongoing battle and we have been taking one day at a time. He sure is a handful. He also wants all eyes on him and loves the attention.
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