Thing #16 - Youtube

I've used Youtube many times in the past looking for instructional videos for different things involving makeup application, tips, etc. I have never posted a video to Youtube and have no desire to, but I do love browsing through Youtube to find stuff of interest.

The video I chose to use in my blog is super cute; it's about D.W. and her library card...its kind of long but cute none-the-less. Enjoy!

Thing #15 - Rollyo

I just finished the Thing on Rollyo. I created a page that has several sites that I have found useful with my work in the library; here is the link to my site:
http://rollyo.com/beckymcadams/my_useful_sites/
I attached a Rollyo search widget to my blog, also. Hope there might be something that someone may find useful. Later!

Thing #14 - Online Productivity Tools

In Thing 14 I set up and arranged an iGooogle start page. I also placed a Christmas countdown widget on my blog. I read about web calendars and online list tools, however, I did not start a web calendar; I knew that it was something that I wouldn't spend time working with. I downloaded the Sticker Lite software from Sticky-notes.net and have already placed a "sticky" on my desktop. This is something that I will likely use regularly; we'll see how long it last because the note being on my desktop is kind of bugging me...I guess it'll take some getting use to.

Thing #13 - Library Thing

I took the Library Thing tour and made myself an account to which I have added 5 titles of books that I have enjoyed. It was interesting to see those that have added the books I did to their collections and learning what other books they enjoyed reading. I seriously doubt I will be visiting my account very often; it's just not my "thing" to keep up with. However, I do see it as a useful tool for those that read numerous books and would like to keep a list for future reference.

Thing #12 - Wikis

Just finished with Wikis. I had visited Wikipedia several times in the past and now I have a better understanding of what it is and what can be done with it. I watched the Common Craft video and visited the suggested sites, out of which liking the "Book Lover's Wiki" the best. I added a couple of entries to the Neflin Wiki which was fun. It all reminded me of last year's Vacation Bible School song, A-awiki, B-awiki, C-awiki! Oh well, onward to the next Thingie.

Thing #11 - Social Media

I have finished the Social Media portion...and am ready for ice cream after watching "Social Media in Plain English." I have toured the Mixx, Digg, Newsvine, and Reddit sites; preferring Digg of the four. It was interesting to gain knowledge of these and how they work, however I don't see myself as being a "fan" or using these sites very often.

Thing #10 - Tagging and Delicious

Well, having an awful sinus/cold combo last week I was lax in getting involved with my 23 Things courses, but today I've cleared the "medicine head" and can actually comprehend what I'm reading! I've joined the Delicious masses and I believe that I will enjoy using what the site offers. I always find sites at work and put them in my favorites and then, once home, will want to access the site and can't remember the address; using delicious will eliminate having to spend (waste) time searching for sites. Tagging will help in keeping my sites "filed" and at my fingertips.