Required Reading Week # 12
I found the article about Weblogs really interesting. They are similar to an electronic journal where individuals can share their ideas and points of view. Other individuals can respond to others point of views. One of the challenges for me in this class was being required to set up a blog. It was my first experience blogging, and I have actually enjoyed it.
The articles on Wikis and library service were both really informative. Wikis are a good tool for librarians to share ideas and to help with daily functions that they all deal with. Librarians can create their own wikis about frequently asked questions, upcoming library programs and questions from patrons. This is something new that we are beginning to offer at our branch library. In our profession, good customer service is extremely important.
The Creating the Academic library folksonomy article was really informative. The article reinforced the importance of tags and that it takes wiki/ weblogs to the next level. Generating common sense tags in relation to a topic will allow them to be quickly accessed or found when someone is conducting a search.
The history of Wikipedia was fascinating. I did not know that it was run by volunteers. I think its beginning was a noble one. We all can remember how expensive encyclopedias were.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Muddiest Point Week # 12
The example of the digital library given at the beginning of the lecture seemed like a really interesting site. I am glad the web address was given so that we can play around with it at a later time. I also found the example of the second Science Direct digital library useful to retain its address for future classes
Monday, November 17, 2008
Comment on Maggie's reading week 11
https://courseweb.pitt.edu/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp?tab_id=_2_1&url=%2Fwebapps%2Fblackboard%2Fexecute%2Flauncher%3Ftype%3DCourse%26id%3D_9047_1%26url%3Do, Love your webpage
Friday, November 14, 2008
Required Reading # 11
This weeks required reading Digital Libraries makes us aware of the ways in which Federal funded projects assisted several institutions in their digital library research. Each University focused on a different area of expertise. It reminds us that this technology is relevant aide to our profession, and continues to develop.
Dewey Meets Turing, Librarians, Computer Scientists, and the Digital Libraries Initiative discussed the impact Digital Libraries have on various professions. As I was reading, I wondered how long would this topic continue to be considered new and what will be the next great think? Institutional Repositories… This article discuses both the benefits and potential dangers of Institutional Repositories. The author seems concerned that the power of the faculty will be lost, and enforced behavioral and cultural will be forced on the campus community. I found this article extremely interesting and it gave me a lot to think about.
Dewey Meets Turing, Librarians, Computer Scientists, and the Digital Libraries Initiative discussed the impact Digital Libraries have on various professions. As I was reading, I wondered how long would this topic continue to be considered new and what will be the next great think? Institutional Repositories… This article discuses both the benefits and potential dangers of Institutional Repositories. The author seems concerned that the power of the faculty will be lost, and enforced behavioral and cultural will be forced on the campus community. I found this article extremely interesting and it gave me a lot to think about.
Muddiest Point 11
I found the Inverted File portion of the lecture the most interesting. In this day and age of needing information quickly, especially when one may be helping a patron who is in a hurry; we need to be able to find the sought after information as quickly as searching the index of a book.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Friday, November 7, 2008
Muddiest Point #10
The various functions and benefits of HTML and HML -while still not crystal clear to me, became a little clearer to me as I sat in on the class. Hearing the questions of my classmates and the examples Dr. He used as he explained a point, helps me to know that the next assignment is not impossible.
Friday, October 24, 2008
Muddiest Point # 9
Kompozer, once learned, seems as though it will be a big aid in helping with our websites.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Friday, October 17, 2008
Reading Week #9
Martin Bryan's Introducing the Extensible Markup Language explains to us why we need XML. HTML is designed mainly for web browser's XML allows us to use it for other type content. XTML is a presentation language whereas XML is a data description language. The more I read the information the more I begin to understand it. The article A survey of XML standards pt. #1 explains the core standards. XML 1.0 second edition set the standard .XML 1.1 set the first enforced standard for XML . Extending your markup XML tutorial and XML Schema Tutorial explains the different types of elements such as empty elements and complex elements. one of the greatest strength of XML Schemas is the support for Data types. Seeing the examples also helped me understand them.( Element) I understood this weeks reading a little more last weeks.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Friday, October 10, 2008
Reading Response Week # 8
Reading week #8
W3 SCHOOLS HTML was an interesting article to read. While I am unfamiliar with a lot of the terminology, I expect that completing the next assignment will help.
HTML Cheat Sheet and W3 cascading style sheet tutorial, again information that I am unfamiliar with. The tutorial seems to explain the different functions of the items it was defining. As I become more familiar with building a Web page, I expect that I will understand the concept more clearly.
Beyond HTML is the article by D.Goans and et al. This article explained the success of a library system and its content management system. That management system manages 30 websites and was developed with the help of several Georgia State librarians.
W3 SCHOOLS HTML was an interesting article to read. While I am unfamiliar with a lot of the terminology, I expect that completing the next assignment will help.
HTML Cheat Sheet and W3 cascading style sheet tutorial, again information that I am unfamiliar with. The tutorial seems to explain the different functions of the items it was defining. As I become more familiar with building a Web page, I expect that I will understand the concept more clearly.
Beyond HTML is the article by D.Goans and et al. This article explained the success of a library system and its content management system. That management system manages 30 websites and was developed with the help of several Georgia State librarians.
Muddiest Point week #8
Muddiest Point #8
I understand both the concepts of Hypertext and Hypermedia more clearly. They both didn’t appear to be really difficult concepts, but they were a little hard to wrap my mind around.
I understand both the concepts of Hypertext and Hypermedia more clearly. They both didn’t appear to be really difficult concepts, but they were a little hard to wrap my mind around.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Assignment # 4 images
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2921127466/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2920308501/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2920318103/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2921186564/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2920361129/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2920377035/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2920308501/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2920318103/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2921186564/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2920361129/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/30226420@N04/2920377035/
Friday, October 3, 2008
Reading Summary Week Seven
Jeff Tyson’s article, How Stuff Works was extremely informative. There was so many terms that I was familiar with, but not what the jobs they were actually fulfilling. POP(point of presence), Internet router, and Internet Protocol. A new term for me was the Internet Backbone.
Andrew Pace’s Dismantling Integrated Library Systems was actually a walk down memory lane. My library system a few years ago moved from the DRA system (which I still love) To Sirsi Unicorn which is a thorn in my side. The article also offered solutions to dismantling such as My Library Portal Interfaces, subject guides, dynamic web pages and PC management systems to name a few.
Lastly, The Google video was interesting. Just when I believe I know all there is to know…I am glad to see that they are an employee friendly company and also take the passions of their employees to heart by giving them room to be creative. Froogle was also something that I hadn’t heard about.
Andrew Pace’s Dismantling Integrated Library Systems was actually a walk down memory lane. My library system a few years ago moved from the DRA system (which I still love) To Sirsi Unicorn which is a thorn in my side. The article also offered solutions to dismantling such as My Library Portal Interfaces, subject guides, dynamic web pages and PC management systems to name a few.
Lastly, The Google video was interesting. Just when I believe I know all there is to know…I am glad to see that they are an employee friendly company and also take the passions of their employees to heart by giving them room to be creative. Froogle was also something that I hadn’t heard about.
Muddiest Point Week # 7
I still find the RFID Management System interesting, but do we really believe patrons will choose it over human content?
Monday, September 29, 2008
Friday, September 26, 2008
Reading Summary Week Six
Weekly Reading –Week Six
Computer Network
This week’s reading was actually something I felt that I knew about, that is until I completed the article. I didn’t realize how many different types LAN’s existed or how large of a role scale played. One area I found most interesting are the different types Of PAN. Devices that I use several time a week without realizing that they were a part of a network. I also found the section on Internetwork was also interesting concerning Intranet, Extranet and Internet. I assumed they would all be connected to the internet
When that actually is not the case.
Common Types of Computer Networks
I found the you tube video to be interesting. His discussion was simple and easy to understand. It reinforces what some of us shared last week – it seems it would be a good outreach method for the library.
Local Area Network
This is an area that I am familiar with. This term is used frequently at work when our area network is down or extremely slow. The history of the computer was a nice reminder of how far we have come. Cabling was actually a term that is new to me but still falls under the topic LAN that I mentioned above.
Computer Network
This week’s reading was actually something I felt that I knew about, that is until I completed the article. I didn’t realize how many different types LAN’s existed or how large of a role scale played. One area I found most interesting are the different types Of PAN. Devices that I use several time a week without realizing that they were a part of a network. I also found the section on Internetwork was also interesting concerning Intranet, Extranet and Internet. I assumed they would all be connected to the internet
When that actually is not the case.
Common Types of Computer Networks
I found the you tube video to be interesting. His discussion was simple and easy to understand. It reinforces what some of us shared last week – it seems it would be a good outreach method for the library.
Local Area Network
This is an area that I am familiar with. This term is used frequently at work when our area network is down or extremely slow. The history of the computer was a nice reminder of how far we have come. Cabling was actually a term that is new to me but still falls under the topic LAN that I mentioned above.
Muddiest Point Week Six
The example that was used in this week's class actually helps me to understand GIF compression. In one of my previous summaries I shared that I did not understand the concept completely. The example of a BARCODE helps me to relate. Thanks
Monday, September 22, 2008
Friday, September 19, 2008
Weekly Reading Week 5
The Data Compression article was informative. I often hear of the term Zip File but was unclear of the purpose until reading this article. I now know that it is a type of file that provides compression and storage . I am not as confident however about the difference between Lossless versus lossy compression. I understood the example that was used to simplify a way of saying 25[9]8, but am not really clear on what is actually being compressed.
The article on Data compression basics also was a little difficult to understand. The examples appeared to be simple but once it began to explain converting the items in the example to bytes I was a little lost.
The First Monday article by Edward A. Galloway was fascinatinating. The University of Pittsburgh's Digital Research Library's ability to provide online access to over 7,000 images is note worthy. The article actually raised my muddiest point for this week-What are the disadvantages to using Metadata?
The article by the Association of College and Research Libraries raised some great points concerning You Tube. I have used You Tube in the past infrequently. If there was an important interview that I wanted to watch had been my only reason to tune in. The article has at least convinced me to go on the site, and at least give some of the other offered options a try.
The article on Data compression basics also was a little difficult to understand. The examples appeared to be simple but once it began to explain converting the items in the example to bytes I was a little lost.
The First Monday article by Edward A. Galloway was fascinatinating. The University of Pittsburgh's Digital Research Library's ability to provide online access to over 7,000 images is note worthy. The article actually raised my muddiest point for this week-What are the disadvantages to using Metadata?
The article by the Association of College and Research Libraries raised some great points concerning You Tube. I have used You Tube in the past infrequently. If there was an important interview that I wanted to watch had been my only reason to tune in. The article has at least convinced me to go on the site, and at least give some of the other offered options a try.
Muddiest Point Week 5
We talked about all the advantages of Metadata. What some of the disadvantages?
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Friday, September 12, 2008
Reading Assignments Week 4
Metadata Reading Assignment 4
I didn’t realize the huge impact the use of Metadata has had for me and my fellow library employees. Its value to us really hit home as I read about MARC (MAchine-Readable-Cataloging format). We use indexes, catalogs records, and abstracts daily. I often see the acronym MARC while conducting these types of inquiries without having a full understanding of its purpose. Going forward I will have a greater respect for its role in our day to day affairs.
Database Reading Assignment 4
What I appreciate about all the readings thus far is the history of how information systems have developed and have improved down through the years. As a computer novice what I learned from the reading is how different database models-Hierarchical model, Network model, Relational model can all use the same data and for the most part come to the same conclusion for a company’s use. However it seems like the relational model is the preferred model to date.
Dublin Core Data Model Assignment 4
I’ve come across MARC during data research. I suspect that I’ve interacted with the Dublin Core metadata. The 15 metadata elements are the standard data used currently (Title, Creator, Subject, Description, Publisher, Contributor, Date, Type Format, Identifier, Source, Language, Relation, Coverage, Rights).
Muddiest Point Week 4
Freeware and share ware has copyrights unlike open source and public domain. Everyone has full access to Adobe Reader but not Adobe Acrobat. You gave examples of freeware. Is Adobe reader considered freeware?
I didn’t realize the huge impact the use of Metadata has had for me and my fellow library employees. Its value to us really hit home as I read about MARC (MAchine-Readable-Cataloging format). We use indexes, catalogs records, and abstracts daily. I often see the acronym MARC while conducting these types of inquiries without having a full understanding of its purpose. Going forward I will have a greater respect for its role in our day to day affairs.
Database Reading Assignment 4
What I appreciate about all the readings thus far is the history of how information systems have developed and have improved down through the years. As a computer novice what I learned from the reading is how different database models-Hierarchical model, Network model, Relational model can all use the same data and for the most part come to the same conclusion for a company’s use. However it seems like the relational model is the preferred model to date.
Dublin Core Data Model Assignment 4
I’ve come across MARC during data research. I suspect that I’ve interacted with the Dublin Core metadata. The 15 metadata elements are the standard data used currently (Title, Creator, Subject, Description, Publisher, Contributor, Date, Type Format, Identifier, Source, Language, Relation, Coverage, Rights).
Muddiest Point Week 4
Freeware and share ware has copyrights unlike open source and public domain. Everyone has full access to Adobe Reader but not Adobe Acrobat. You gave examples of freeware. Is Adobe reader considered freeware?
Monday, September 8, 2008
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Lied Library Assignment One August 26
Lied Library Assignment One August 26
I believe that computer literacy creates a new problem for today’s library. Attempting to help the elderly who often are not computer literate is an issue and helping students with homework assignments in the limited amount of time allowed causes frustration for everyone (aprx. 30 minutes of PC time). Having a limited amount of computers to be shared by an entire community also creates conflict. Some patrons feel that students who do not use their computer time for constructive purposes like playing games, should not have a right to do so.
I believe that computer literacy creates a new problem for today’s library. Attempting to help the elderly who often are not computer literate is an issue and helping students with homework assignments in the limited amount of time allowed causes frustration for everyone (aprx. 30 minutes of PC time). Having a limited amount of computers to be shared by an entire community also creates conflict. Some patrons feel that students who do not use their computer time for constructive purposes like playing games, should not have a right to do so.
OCLC content not containers Assignment One August 26
OCLC content not containers Assignment One August 26
I agree with the authors premise that with the newer product packaging creates a problem with existing space in a library. What happens to a branch with a smaller budget that can not purchase new shelving to display the items properly?
I agree with the authors premise that with the newer product packaging creates a problem with existing space in a library. What happens to a branch with a smaller budget that can not purchase new shelving to display the items properly?
Information Literacy and Information Technology Literacy Assignment One Aug.26
Information Literacy and Information Technology Literacy Assignment One Aug.26
I agree with the author of this article when he states that we need both of these topics to exist in this society. Working in a library, 90 percent of what we do is to assist our patrons in getting the information they seek in the format they desire.
I agree with the author of this article when he states that we need both of these topics to exist in this society. Working in a library, 90 percent of what we do is to assist our patrons in getting the information they seek in the format they desire.
Computer History Museum Reading Assignment Two Sept. 2
Computer History Museum Reading Assignment Two Sept. 2
I think the most important aspect of this museum is that it exists. Our generation is not too far removed from the IBM computer that existed in the 1990’s and some of us can actually imagine what technology will exist in the next twenty to thirty years. Some of the next generation may not care to know how the personal computer came into existence, only that it does and what is sure to come next will be great. I did enjoy the trip down memory lane, seeing an old television set with picture tubes and dials!
I think the most important aspect of this museum is that it exists. Our generation is not too far removed from the IBM computer that existed in the 1990’s and some of us can actually imagine what technology will exist in the next twenty to thirty years. Some of the next generation may not care to know how the personal computer came into existence, only that it does and what is sure to come next will be great. I did enjoy the trip down memory lane, seeing an old television set with picture tubes and dials!
Moore’s Law Reading Assignment Two Sept. 2
Moore’s Law Reading Assignment Two Sept. 2
I remember hearing stories about a computer that is located at the University of Pennsylvania that takes up a whole room. When they had issues with bugs it involved an actual bug. A technician would have to search the entire room to find the vacuum tube that would need changing. Down through the years, I would see commercials promising faster and smaller computer chips. Unlike the new and improved laundry detergent commercials that also ran down through the years, the technological advancement of computer transmitters has held true. Moore’s law describing the number of transistors to be placed on an integrated circuit to rapidly increase about every two years has been the case. We’ve gone from the size of a room to sizes smaller then a bug! When it comes down to it, the Moore’s law is a good I-told you-so exponential theory that at the same time keeps us looking forward to bigger and better things to come(or should we say smaller and better)!
I remember hearing stories about a computer that is located at the University of Pennsylvania that takes up a whole room. When they had issues with bugs it involved an actual bug. A technician would have to search the entire room to find the vacuum tube that would need changing. Down through the years, I would see commercials promising faster and smaller computer chips. Unlike the new and improved laundry detergent commercials that also ran down through the years, the technological advancement of computer transmitters has held true. Moore’s law describing the number of transistors to be placed on an integrated circuit to rapidly increase about every two years has been the case. We’ve gone from the size of a room to sizes smaller then a bug! When it comes down to it, the Moore’s law is a good I-told you-so exponential theory that at the same time keeps us looking forward to bigger and better things to come(or should we say smaller and better)!
Monday, September 1, 2008
Computer Hardware Reading Week Two Sept 2
Computer Hardware Reading Week Two Sept 2
The Computer Hardware reading was extremly formative. As a computer novice I usually just accept the acronyms for computer terms that I may use daily ,without really knowing what each acronyms truly means. I also did not really consider that many companies and brand names existed under the umbrella of major information technology companies such as conglomerates, computer hardware and semiconductors.
The Computer Hardware reading was extremly formative. As a computer novice I usually just accept the acronyms for computer terms that I may use daily ,without really knowing what each acronyms truly means. I also did not really consider that many companies and brand names existed under the umbrella of major information technology companies such as conglomerates, computer hardware and semiconductors.
Muddiest Point
Week One. The due dates are unclear. I am not sure if the all the reading notes were due on Friday(29th) on this coming friday-I am extremely frustrated.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
