Now this Thing is another story. I was already a fan of wikis, but #12 has shown me so many ways to make use of them in a library setting. And I have to admit that Wikipedia is one of my favorite sources of web-based information, keeping in mind that the entries are not always spot-on.
I have had occasion to participate in the SSLLI (Sunshine State Library Leadership Institute) Wiki numerous times and have found it easy to use and a great way for the participants to communicate and keep up with necessary information. Limiting information by format hasn't proven to be a deterrent for me, since I like the sense of order in most wikis, which is something I found lacking in the sites of Thing #11.
I understand, and agree with, the "ban" of wiki based information by teachers, since not all students are discriminating or knowledgeable enough to know good from bad when it comes to sources. But, the library is a great way to use this tool for both staff and public information dissemination and discussion. The various book talks and training wikis seem to be but a few of the potential uses.
About Me
- Sherry Millington
- Live Oak, Florida, United States
- My name is Sherry Millington and I work at the Suwannee River Regional Library, in Live Oak Florida, as the Technical Services Coordinator. My husband Paul and I live at River Watch, our old house on the Suwannee River. We share our lives with 6 dogs, 9 cats, 5 birds, a tank of tropical fish and Charlie the racoon (who lives in the kitchen). On the weekends the new love of our lives, 4 month old grandson Ayden, also joins us. Life is truly amazing on the banks of the Suwannee.
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