Soundsnap is not user friendly, at least I didn't find it so. I downloaded 2 sounds to my computer and was unable to locate them. Cari attempted to assist but she didn't have any luck locating them either. We did download one more (to my desktop) and it's there, but not for long.
I can't think of any useful way the library might be able to use Soundsnap sounds, but then again since I didn't care for the site I didn't give it much thought.
Last FM is still high on my list of fun, easy and useful sites. Mary is always talking about Nellie Furtato so I listened to a few of her songs. Not as gr8 as Black Eyed Peas but still "listenable".
OK, ready for Task #14, bring it on!
Monday, September 28, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
Task #12 Novelist Tour
One of the many reasons I like working at the Library is all the interesting things I've learned.
Novelist is really a useful source that I did not know existed until this task.
It was surprising to me that there are seven books in the Harry Potter series. I didn't realize there were that many.
I used James Patterson as the author in read-alikes. "A-like" authors were Sanford, Iles, Pearson, Deaver, Coben, Kennedy and Garber.
I researched "Greeting Cards" and found a few books. I also researched "diet" and found lots of material. For the sub-genre I checked "nutrition" Health" and "weight control".
Did I discover anything I would use on a regular basis? You bet. This is a great site. Thanks for the introduction.
Novelist is really a useful source that I did not know existed until this task.
It was surprising to me that there are seven books in the Harry Potter series. I didn't realize there were that many.
I used James Patterson as the author in read-alikes. "A-like" authors were Sanford, Iles, Pearson, Deaver, Coben, Kennedy and Garber.
I researched "Greeting Cards" and found a few books. I also researched "diet" and found lots of material. For the sub-genre I checked "nutrition" Health" and "weight control".
Did I discover anything I would use on a regular basis? You bet. This is a great site. Thanks for the introduction.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Task #11 Resources on the Web
I visited all the sites listed in the Book Report Network.
My favorite was the GraphicNovelReporter. It has the most interesting and attention grabbing web page. TeenReads was also interesting although I did not care for the section "Join our Facebook Fans page". Lots of photos of young people who share too much personal information about themselves.
I was unable to view "AuthorsYellowPages" as it was blocked due to "porn" ??!!
The Biography Center has two articles about Augusten Burroughs, a writer who's life I find fascinating. I was unaware that he has written a book "A Wolf at the Table" which I plan to check-out as soon as I finish this writing. Since I'm such an experienced researcher, I was able to find that we have the book on the shelf.
My favorite was the GraphicNovelReporter. It has the most interesting and attention grabbing web page. TeenReads was also interesting although I did not care for the section "Join our Facebook Fans page". Lots of photos of young people who share too much personal information about themselves.
I was unable to view "AuthorsYellowPages" as it was blocked due to "porn" ??!!
The Biography Center has two articles about Augusten Burroughs, a writer who's life I find fascinating. I was unaware that he has written a book "A Wolf at the Table" which I plan to check-out as soon as I finish this writing. Since I'm such an experienced researcher, I was able to find that we have the book on the shelf.
Task #10 Explore Research Databases
OUCH! A tough one for me.
(1) I watched the 3 1/2 minute video.
(2) I researched Smart Cars in Consumer Reports. The didn't like the "rough ride" of the 2008 model (mine is a 2009, much nicer ride) and reported the Institute for Safety rated the vehicle as "Good" because of the "frontal and demanding side impact crash test". I liked that.
(3) I researched author Augusten Burroughs in the Biography Center and located two articles, Contemporary Authors Online and Authors and Artists for Young Adult Readers.
Although I now have a little more knowledge in researching, I am by no means skilled in this area.
(1) I watched the 3 1/2 minute video.
(2) I researched Smart Cars in Consumer Reports. The didn't like the "rough ride" of the 2008 model (mine is a 2009, much nicer ride) and reported the Institute for Safety rated the vehicle as "Good" because of the "frontal and demanding side impact crash test". I liked that.
(3) I researched author Augusten Burroughs in the Biography Center and located two articles, Contemporary Authors Online and Authors and Artists for Young Adult Readers.
Although I now have a little more knowledge in researching, I am by no means skilled in this area.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Task #9 Easy Web Design
WOW! I didn't realize how easy it would be to to create a web site.
I wasn't going to create a web site at all until I read all the information and found that I could limit who has access to it. So my URL won't be posted on my page.
And should I ever decide to open a business (don't hold your breath) I'll be able to whip out a web site in a flash!
I wasn't going to create a web site at all until I read all the information and found that I could limit who has access to it. So my URL won't be posted on my page.
And should I ever decide to open a business (don't hold your breath) I'll be able to whip out a web site in a flash!
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