Assignment 3: OLJ/Evaluative statement

PART 2(A) Evaluation of OLJ 3, 4 & 5

In this evaluation report I will cover 3 online journal entry reflections presented in my blog. After careful consideration I was able to extract from the OLJ entry 3 the definition of Library 2.0 : a model library service that encourages constant and purposeful change, inviting user participation, and supporting by consistent evaluation of services.  The major idea expressed in Casey and Savastinuk (2006) is that web 2.0 technologies have played a significant role in their ability to keep up with the changing needs of library. Careful assessment of my resource materials has led me to believe Library 2.0 allows technology to make libraries customer-driven, following the web 2.0 tools.  In essence Library 2.0 will replace traditional, one directional offering that were the norm.  Drawing from my reflection an important characteristic of web 2.0 professional is that they should possess the attributes of adaptability; flexibility; persistence; and resilience. These attributes emphasize greater status than IT skills and professional skills.  Knowledge of web 2.0 professionals in the information industry landscape is evolving and they should be versatile to adapt their knowledge at any given time. In conclusion I have provided my supporting reasons why Library 2.0 is a fundamental part of the modern library concept in contrast to the traditional library.

OLJ 4

After careful assessment and the evaluation of the online journal entry 4 I presented in my blog an outline of why organisations should implement a social media policy. The reasons are as follows. (1) A social media guideline shows how to use social media on behalf of the organisation.  (2) Social media tools are used to build more meaningful relationships with stakeholders where staff are encouraged to share ideas and information through blogs and wikis run by the organisation for the purposes of work collaboration. (3) Breaches of the policy must ensure staff behaviour, and be in line with the code of conduct and values of the organisation. (4) The role of the digital media section is to monitor social media and be responsible for monitoring social media online services. The main message reflected and advice provided to readers is that staff are to use work technologies for work related use and not for personal use. The major idea expressed in the OLJ entry is that any organisation’s social media policy guideline and code of conduct indicate that work technologies should only be used by employees for work use and personal work should be done in their own and not in work time.

OLJ 5

After evaluating the second article I was able to draw upon the relationship between information fluency and online-communication and web-based sources of information and ensure the need for educators to support current students to achieve an acceptable level of “information fluency” in their academic careers. The concepts and tool used as a catalyst for change are “connectedness, “ participatory environments” and “distributed cognition”.  All of these in combination with new media developments, such as the latest video technologies, example smart phones, give people control over their time, self-empowerment and choices in meeting their knowledge acquisition needs. The main concept drawn after the assessment of this article is that technology changes quickly, therefore having a basic understanding of how information is created, how information is communicated, and what’s needed to manage, evaluate, synthesize and present information is required. With developments in Web 2.0/Library 2.0 world library management is a difficult task which challenges libraries at different human and technological levels.

After careful consideration of the article on Wikipedia I was able to draw the following main points. One major problem noted in Wikipedia’s epistemology is its traditional notion of accuracy. I have learned that Wikipedia is a community-written encyclopaedia which has redefined the word truth.  After careful evaluation of Wikipedia's articles I have concluded that they are the first or second-ranked results for internet searches. This means that the emphasis on content and truth in these articles really matters. Another message discussed in the article is Wikipedia's articles can't be trusted, because they are written and edited by volunteers who have never been vetted.  Studies have found that the articles are remarkably accurate. The reason is that Wikipedia's community of more than seven million registered users has organically evolved a set of policies and procedures for removing untruths and inaccuracies. In conclusion, Wikipedia is the most widely read online reference on the planet and it is the standard of truth that most people are implicitly using, leading to its advantages outweighing its disadvantages.

PART 2(B)

After careful assessment and evaluation of myself, as information professional my goals, objectives and mission in the future are to function as an effective social media professional, meeting the needs of the global information society.  My objective is to serve as an intermediary between information and information seekers, as well as serve crucial roles in a wide variety of settings with increasingly sophisticated social media technological tools for example: setting up websites, blogs, wikis etc. My aims are to possess the necessary strength to improve in the quality of my research, and maintain social media excellence with in my organisation and community. My mission is to provide support to social media services in my profession and, after completing this current course perform as a high quality information professional making a difference in the state, nation and the world.

After completing INF506 I will achieve an in-depth understanding of the concepts, theories and practice of social networking technologies.  Casey & Savastinuk (2006) explain the concept of web 2.0 as user-centered change that encourages constant and purposeful change, inviting user participation in the creation of both the physical and the virtual services consistently evaluating the services. Web 2.0 technologies have played a significant role in our ability to keep up with the changing needs of library users. Technological advances in the past several years have enabled libraries to create new services that before were not possible, such as virtual reference, and personalized OPAC interfaces. This increase in available technologies gives libraries the ability to offer improved, customer-driven service opportunities. Proponents of this concept expect that the web 2.0 model for service will ultimately replace traditional, one-directional service offerings that have characterized libraries for centuries. Currie (2010, p.2) states interactivity distinguishes Web 2.0 technologies from other electronic tools (see also Redecker et al. 2009). Users not only access content but make it their own by contributing, editing, or generating it.

Currently I have joined and used a number of social networks such as Facebook, LinkedIn and MySpace and in future I plan to join potential social networking websites that interest me. At present I am practising my social networking skills to support my educational, organisational and professional needs. Some of my favourite social networking applications skills which I demonstrate are blogging, wikis, Facebook, and twitter.  My strong web 2.0 skills have influenced my technological, communication and professional skills and generally the way I design and develop library websites.

Throughout this course, and after completing INF506, I will have mastered my own educational journey and supported my own professional growth through an independent online learning environment with minimal supervision from my supervisors.  Presently, as a student of INF506 my vision is to increase my knowledge, use, understanding and experience in social media networking.

The outcomes of INF506 will allow me to implement my web 2.0 skills in three ways: 1) Implementing web 2.0 by planning for the effective use of web 2.0 and by applying my leadership skills in leading, directing and designing of web 2.0 project teams. 2) Implementing the use of web 2.0 skills by providing a robust, reliable, and securing information technology infrastructure for the community, professionals and colleagues. Lastly, I will implement my web 2.0 capabilities by attracting, developing, and retaining the quality of information technology professionals that I come in contact with.

After studying INF506 I will bring my skills and the capacity to evaluate social networking technologies into my professional life. I will develop my ability to be aware of social media networking and evaluate its advantages and problems amongst my peers, community and organisation.  In a similar way the American Library Association website (American Library Association [ALA], 2013) describes an evaluation of web 2.0 tools for their quality and reliability of information achieved by developing an assessment tool such as survey monkey and customer surveys to critically evaluate instructors, courses and web 2.0 programs that need to be established (see also National Library of Australia [NLA], 2013 & Public Library Victoria Network [PLVN], 2010).

Social networking has provided me with an understanding of issues in a global information society.  User expectations are ever-changing in this new era of web 2.0, and so the challenges faced by the library professionals to support the tech savvy user generations are multi dimensional. After studying this subject, I can contribute to these positive challenges and ensure the broad aim of social media to achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction.

In conclusion INF506 has brought into my professional life web 2.0 skills and my capacity to plan, implement and evaluate social networking technologies in a socially networked world.

References

American Library Association.  Characteristics of programs of information literacy that illustrate best practices: a guideline.  (2013). Retrieved from
http://www.ala.org/acrl/standards/characteristics

Casey, M.E. & Savastinuk, L.C. (2006). Library 2.0 service for the next-generation library, Library Journal.

Currie, J. (2010). Web 2.0 for reference services staff training and communication. Reference Services Review, 38(1), 152-157.

National Library of Australia.  Social media strategy 2013- 2014.  (2013). Retrieved from
http://www.nla.gov.au/policy-and-planning/social-media-strategy-2013

Public Library Victoria Network. Strategic evaluation of programs toolkit for public libraries. (2010). Retrieved from
http://www.plvn.net.au/sites/default/files/strategic_evaluation_toolkit_final.pdf

Redecker, C., Ala-Mutka, K., Bacigalupo, M., Ferrari, A., & Punie, Y. (2009). Learning 2.0: the impact of Web 2.0 innovations on education and training in Europe: final report, Luxembourg: Office for Official Publications of the European Communities,
DOI 10.2791/33043

Online Journal Entry 6 : Important issues around online identity, privacy and trust

Online Journal Entry 6 :

Important issues around online identity, privacy and trust

The article by Raynes-Goldie (2010) explain the way in which Facebook users’ debate about their online privacy. After careful consideration of this article I am able to see how younger generation are protecting their personal information and concerns about their social privacy rather than their institutional privacy. It shows younger generation are more concerned about controlling access to personal information rather than how the company behind the Facebook will use that information. This article examines advantages of Facebook (1) it increases efficiency and (2) transparency of communication. There two important features of Facebook (1) its terms of service that its users must use their real names, identities to connect with real world contacts and (2) all personal information is stored on a huge database where it can be manipulated where Facebook tracks down everything. Two major ways in which users try to protect their social privacy is (1) through the use of alias and (2) deleting wall posts and photo tags which otherwise would be kept permanently. The use of multiple accounts, direct URLs and photo album will also violate the privacy of others and should be dealt with caution. The advantages of online Facebook identities are twofold (1) it replaces phone or email as a default mode of interaction and 2) people tend to keep Facebook profiles updated rather than address book so messages will get relayed easily. An example of a social cost for users  for not having a Facebook account is they do not have an online identity.

After a careful assessment of the article by Mallan and Giardina (2009) I was able to reflect that social networking sites are giving younger people newer identities by using the web 2.0 for socialising with friends. It is stipulated in this article that younger people are adopting their identity work to fit into these web 2.0 technological applications. The major idea expressed in this article described how younger people make an effort to fit into the 4 key sections on Myspace categorised by a (1) profile content/design (2) profile image (3) friends list (4) comments section. These 4 categories offer an insight into younger generations perceptions of themselves and it’s a way to understand how web 2.0 is having a broader social impact beyond technologies themselves. After a careful evaluation of this article I conclude, that social networking sites provide (1) social connectivity to youths and (2) serve as an important identity validation that will help younger people navigate this socially networked world.

References

Davis, L. (2009). 8 tools to track your footprints on the web. Retrieved from http://readwrite.com/2009/02/01/8_tools_to_track_your_footprin

Mallan, K. & Giardina,m N. (2009).  Wikidentities : young people collaborating on virtual identities in social networks sites. First Monday, 14(6), 21-31. Retrieved from
http://firstmonday.org/ojs/index.php/fm/article/viewArticle/2445

Raynes-Goldie, K. (2010). Aliases, creeping and wall cleaning: understanding privacy in the age of Facebook, First Monday, 15(1), 32-36. Retrieved from
http://firstmonday.org/ojs/index.php/fm/article/view/2775/2432

Online Journal Entry 5 : Take home messages from these 3 journals

Catalysts for change: information fluency, Web 2.0, Library 2.0, and the new education culture

From this article I learned what educators need to know about information fluency and its relationship to the massive online-communication/sharing of web-based sources of information and how educators provide their support to current students to reach acceptable level of “information fluency” achieved in their academic careers. After careful assessment I learned the definition of information fluency – defined as the acquisition of three primary skills: (1) basic information technology skills, (2) information literacy skills, and (3) critical thinking skills. The article examined the new education culture, and  generation classifications mainly (1) “NetGeners” and (2) “Beyond NetGeners”.  The message are the concepts and tool used as a catalyst for change are “connectedness” “participatory environments” & “distributed cognition.” All of the above mentioned catalysts for change, in combination with new media developments, such as the latest video and imaging technologies, cell phones, and PDAs, give people more control over the digital files they want. The end result of this technology change is that individuals today have more control over their time and more self-power and choices in meeting their informational needs.  In conclusion, I learned that technology changes quickly therefore, having a basic understanding of how information is created; how information is communicated; and what’s needed to manage, evaluate, synthesize and present information is required. 

Credibility of content and the future of research, learning, and publishing in the digital environment

The messages drawn from Wittenberg (2007), reflect the need for publishers and librarians to understand the ways in which this generation of learners find and evaluate information, and the environment in which these students work. By focusing on these needs, I learned the role of information professionals in this new environment. The lesson learned from this article are that “credibility” is undergoing a rapid change in the current digital environment. It is unclear on who will create new models or will the libraries and scholarly publishers step up to propose new mechanisms, or will users establish systems for assessing credibility on their own? I learned from this article that library and publishing communities relied on students’ collaboration and community-based trust in designing new scholarly and educational resources, aiming to put them in a stronger position going forward. The message described was the change in mindset within the established library and publishing communities and professionals in these fields and their need to initiate conversations with new players and partners for example developers of web-based social communities, commercial search engines, manufacturers of electronic devices, and students who will become advisors and collaborators. I saw the need to go forward with the librarians and publishers and the need to adopt new perspective such as leading innovation by responding to the preferences and analyse the needs of younger users. I was able to see the communication between peers and see users as partners as leaders in innovation because they understand the new ways in which people can engage in research, communicate, and learn.

Wikipedia and the meaning of truth

After careful consideration of the article on Wikipedia I was able to draw the following main points. One major problem noted in Wikipedia’s epistemology is its traditional notion of accuracy. I have learned that Wikipedia is a community-written encyclopaedia which has redefined the word truth Garfinkel (2008). After  careful evaluation of Wikipedia's articles I conclude they are the first or second-ranked results for internet searches and people are linking to Wikipedia articles a lot. This means that the emphasis of content and truth in these articles really matters. Another message discussed in the article is Wikipedia's articles can't be trusted, because they are written and edited by volunteers who have never been vetted but studies have found that the articles are remarkably accurate. The reason is that Wikipedia's community of more than seven million registered users has organically evolved a set of policies and procedures for removing untruths and inaccuracies. In essence Wikipedia is the most widely read online reference on the planet, it is the standard of truth that most people are implicitly using and its advantages outweighs its disadvantages.

References

Garfinkel, S. (2008). Wikipedia and the meaning of truth. Technology Review, 111(6), 84-86.

Lorenzo, G. (2007). Catalysts for change: information fluency, Web 2.0, Library 2.0, and the new education culture, (March). Retrieved from

            http://www.edpath.com/images/IFReport2.pdf

Wittenberg, K. (2007). Credibility of content and the future of research, learning, and publishing in the digital environment, The Journal of Electronic Publishing, 10(1), DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3998/3336451.0010.101

Online Journal Entry 4 : Five reasons why organisation need a social media policy

Online Journal Entry 4

PART (1)

What is the aim of social media policy?

Who is covered by a social media policy?

Why should we use a social media policy?

A social media policy will contain the particular organisation’s rules in relation to social media. It will inform staff about using social media so they feel empowered to participate, while being mindful of their responsibilities and obligations under their organisational values and code of conduct. Social media are online services and tools used for publishing, sharing and discussing information. They include forums, blogs, wikis, social networking websites that allow individual users to easily upload and share content.

5 points on why organisations will use a social media policy

1. A Social Media Guideline should be created.

With reference to the Australian Government websites (Australian Government [AG], 2012 & 2010), a guideline will provide support for the application of the Social Media Policy. It will show how to use social media on behalf of the organisation.  

2. Social media tools are used to build more meaningful relationships with customers, communities and stakeholders.

Making public comment online is becoming increasingly common for employees in official, professional, and private capacities.  Using social media tools at work where staff are able are encouraged to share ideas and information through blogs and wikis run by the organisation for the purposes of work collaboration. 

3. Breaches of the policy

Breach of this policy will be dealt with in accordance with the organisations employment agreement and may lead to disciplinary action include possible termination of employment. As a staff of any organisation implementing a social media policy, the working party needs to ensure staffs behaviour, must be in line with the code of conduct and values of the organisation. It is important to understand that failure to adhere can result in a range of sanctions including reprimands, reduction in classification and termination of employment.

4. The role of the Digital Media Section is to monitor social media.

All organisations will have to establish a Digital Media Section who will responsible to monitor and manage the social media online services.  Where necessary, staff will be contacted to discuss their behaviour online or a person’s manager may also be contacted by the digital media section during a breach of social media policy.

5. Three standards on social media policy

In the Australian Broadcasting Commission website (Australian Broadcasting Commission [ABC], 2012), enforces these 3 standards as and when appropriate which apply to work and personal use of interactive services, by staff at any time.

1. Do not mix the professional and the personal in ways likely to bring the organisation into disrepute

2. Do not undermine your effectiveness at work.

3. Do not disclose confidential information obtained through work.

PART II

What to advice staff using social media web 2.0 tools doing personal work on organisation computer and time?

Generally staff are to use work technologies for work related use and not for personal use. If staff wish to use social media both for work and privately, they should create separate profiles for each it will be recommended employees maintain separate social media profiles. This makes it easier for people to manage the boundary between their role as a public servant and their private life. Staff need to be careful about the material they post on their personal profile as well as any work profile.

The organisations’ guidelines treat employees’ personal use of social media at work in a manner consistent with other internet access, which is covered by existing IT department usage policies and broader code of conduct.  These polices and code of conduct indicate that work technologies should only be used by employees for work use and personal work should be done in personal time and not in work time.

As per the Australian Government website (Australian Government [AG], 2012), their guidelines recognise the difference between personal and work-related use of social media by distinguishing between three different kinds of social media accounts employees of an organisation should have-

1. Official accounts used when employees are commenting in their capacity as a staff

2. Professional accounts for when employees comment in a personal capacity but also in light of their expertise in a given field – the guidelines give the example of an accountant working at Finance who comments on an accounting blog.

3. Personal accounts for non-work-related use which does not fall under either of the above two categories.

References

ABC. Use of social media policy. (2012). Retrieved from

http://about.abc.net.au/reports-publications/use-of-social-media-policy/

Australian Government. Department of Human Services.  Social Media Policy for departmental staff (2013). Retrieved from 
http://www.humanservices.gov.au/corporate/site-information/social-media-policy

Australian Government. Government 2.0 planning and governance. (2012). Retrieved from

http://webguide.gov.au/web-2-0/gov-2-0-primer/government-2-0-planning-and-governance/

Australian Government. Social media how to. (2010). Retrieved from

http://webguide.gov.au/web-2-0/online-consultation/social-media/social-media-how-to/

Online Journal Entry 3: Definition of Library 2.0 & Web 2.0 Information Professional

Online Journal Entry 3:
Module 3:
Definition of Library 2.0

Casey & Savastinuk (2006) explain the heart of Library 2.0 is a user-centered change. Library 2.0 is a model for library service that encourages constant and purposeful change, providing user participation and supporting consistent evaluation of services. It also attempts to reach new users and better serve current ones through improved customer-driven offerings. Each component by itself is a step toward better serving our users. Technology can help libraries create a customer-driven, and a library 2.0 environment. Web 2.0 technologies have played a significant role in our ability to keep up with the changing needs of library users. Technological advances in the past have enabled libraries to create new services that before were not possible, such as virtual reference and personalized OPAC interfaces. This increase in available technologies gives libraries the ability to offer improved, and offer customer-driven opportunities. Proponents of this concept, expect that the Library 2.0 model for service will ultimately replace traditional, one-directional service offerings that were the norm.

Eilers (2012) describes in her article technology has changed the resources and the ways libraries do business. It has also changed the ways in which library patrons seek information. Le Deuff (2012) explains the evolution of libraries inside web 2.0 environments and explains how culture of information can be a new way for information literacy. Library 2.0 is one of the most interesting concept influenced by web 2.0. It has emerged shortly after the start of popularization of Web 2.0. Moreover it mixes two concepts that are essentially distinct from each other (1) the traditional library and (2) the web 2.0 philosophy.

2. Knowledge, skills and attributes of Web 2.0 Information Professional

Sudhakaran & Sivankutty (2011, p.257) state the majority of the librarians are aware of web 2.0 skills, and  attend training programs, online tutorials to sharpen their information technology skills. Social networking, blogging and wikis are the favorite web 2.0 services for information professionals. Librarians also make use of the web 2.0 skills for professional communication, library services and for research purpose. Librarians are aware that web 2.0 have influenced the technological, communication and professional skills. User expectations are ever-changing one in this new era of web 2.0, and so the challenges faced by the library professionals to support the tech savvy user generations have become multi dimensional. The authors explain libraries and professionals have to be well sufficient to accept this change and should expand their services using the web 2.0. Web 2.0 acts a platform for collaboration, conversation and interaction enabling the library professionals to think about synchronizing these attractive features of web 2.0 in library services which in turn provides ultimate 'user satisfaction'.

Partridge (2009), agreed that the 2.0 librarian should possess a complex array of attributes such as personality traits and that personality traits were more important than skills. Librarian 2.0 should be enthusiastic and inspirational. Librarian 2.0 should be able to clearly communicate an idea and through his or her passion.  These librarians have vision, spark, and creativity. They know how to lead and motivate. Librarian 2.0 is adaptable, flexible, persistent, and resilient. Librarian 2.0 is a self-starter who has no fear and is willing to move outside of their comfort zone, is proactive and willing to take calculated risks. The 2.0 librarian aims for excellence not perfection.

Gutsche (2010) observed that an increasing number of positions in libraries are moving closer to the technical end of the scale and that consequently technology competencies are starting to comprise an “ever growing piece of the performance pie, impacting every job in the library” (p. 30). She contends that new competencies must be defined and that “everyone who works in a library must stay nimble and ready to receive new knowledge and skills” (Gutsche, 2010, p. 31).

Reference

Casey, M.E., & Savastinuk, L.C., (2006). Library 2.0 service for the next-generation library, Library Journal.

Eilers, J. (2012). Library 2.0: how did we get here? A resource guide, U of I SLIS Journal Retrieved from
http://ir.uiowa.edu/bsides/26

Gavrilis, D., Kakali, C., & Papatheodorou, C. (n.d).  Enhancing library services with Web 2.0 functionalities. Retrieved from
http://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/download?doi=10.1.1.178.6163&rep=rep1&type=pdf

Gutsche, B. (2010). Coping with continual motion: A focus on competencies can help librarians stick to values while absorbing future shock. Library Journal, 4(135), 28–31. Retrieved August 23, 2010, from
http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6719414.html

Le Deuff, O., (2012). Library 2.0 and the culture of information: new paradigms? Retrieved from
http://hal.archives-ouvertes.fr/docs/00/71/54/48/PDF/articleevora_abstract.pdf

Sudhakaran, J., & Sivankutty, V.S. (2011). Skills of new genre librarians: an exploratory Survey of the web 2.0 skills of library and information science professionals in India, International Journal of Information Dissemination and Technology, 1(4), 253-257.

YCLibrarynews. A definition of library 2.0 in only 800 words, (2011). Retrieved from
http://yclibrarynews.wordpress.com/2011/04/03/a-definition-of-library-2-0-in-only-800-words/

Partdridge, H. Lee, J. & Munro, K. (n.d.).Becoming “Librarian 2.0”: The Skills, knowledge, and attributes required by library and information science professionals in a Web 2.0.

 

Online Journal Entry 2 : Module 2 : exploring the concept, application and practice of RSS in libraries

Exploring the concept, application and practice of RSS in libraries

RSS have benefitted the library and library users in many ways. RSS feeds can make libraries’ web reading and news gathering activities more efficient. RSS feeds users to collect content on the web from multiple websites without having to visit each site individually.

Bansade, Dahibate & Ingale (2009) explain the advantages for RSS on information producers are: increasing web traffic, easy updating and dissemination of information, and efficiency for webmasters. For web content managers, there is delivery of targeted information and value-added services. For information users, there is control over the flow of information, easy sharing, and a more efficient delivery method. The authors concluded the disadvantages include the fact that not every site has a feed. Some feeds expire after a specific time period. RSS content may not be being fully used, and there may be copyright issues. Librarians must apply selection criteria and evaluate resources to reduce irrelevant results.

I personally think when the library website is updated quarterly the RSS feeds for the visitors will inform them of the latest services, events and exhibitions if they are a subscriber. At the end the outcome is the library website will obtain higher interested customers in the library. Another advantage of RSS is that they help the library to keep return visitors who are truly interested in your website and in my opinion it is essential to put the RSS feed for your site because it has a lot of advantages. In determining whether to add RSS to an individual client’s website the advantages are the dynamic updates from other people so when the RSS gets updated, client’s website gets updated. 

Two examples of how the 1. State Library of NSW and 2. CNN use the RSS 

RSS Feed titles in the State Library of NSW include - news and events at the State Library of NSW, Media Centre, and Collection feeds. RSS feeds are used to access new material acquired for the collection. Users can access a complete list of new acquisitions or new material by subject or format type and can access new titles added to the catalogue. Once a client subscribed to the State Library of NSW website, it will keep them up-dated on the news, events, collection and new acquisitions.

Second example of a RSS is the CNN RSS feed. The CNN RSS will support the reader to allow users to generate up-to-date news and postings, as information and content in the RSS readers or aggregators are automatically updated each time the RSS feed is 'refreshed'.  CNN RSS will allow users to have control over their information that they wish to view or receive, as they can remove a feed of their choosing any time they want to. For example: world news, and local news. It is a time saving tool as it gives the user the synopsis of the related articles and hence helping to pick and choose the articles. It can be used as a awareness tool as the users can receive the latest news on product and services without receiving any junk mail. This is beneficial to both user and owner as it becomes target oriented and helps concentrating on users’ actually interested in specific product.

References

Bansade, S.,  Dahibate, ND., & Ingale, K., (2009)., RSS Applications in Libraries and Information Centres,  Library Philosophy and Practice

RSS feeds: advantages and disadvantages. Samir Kamble (2009). Retrieved from
http://www.samirkamble.com/rss-feeds-advantages-and-disadvantages/

SEO Masters blogger tips and tricks make money online. (2011).
http://www.honey-dollar.com/2011/09/seo-tips-rss-introduction-advantages.html

Advantages and disadvantages of RSS. Tycoon Talk. (2013).  Retrieved from
http://www.webmaster-talk.com/seo-tycoon/183017-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-rss.html

 

Academic assessments, social media networking, web 2.0 techniques and creative discoveries : Online Journal Entry 1

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Online Journal Entry 1 : INF506 201390 Social Networking for Information Professionals

A) Define social networking

My definitions of social networking are (1) grouping the individuals into specific groups of people such as: rural communities, friends and colleagues, (2) is an online community of people with a common interest who use a social networking website to communicate with each other. Social networking websites are used by online members who share common interests in hobbies, religion or politics. Social networking is the process of creating and expanding the number of business contacts by connecting with individuals. In general it works by the user joining one of the sites and inviting people to join as well- these people invite their contacts to join who in turn invite their contacts to join. In essence any individual can make contact through anyone they have a connection to. Examples of a number of social networking websites are – Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, MySpace etc. Generally, these social networking websites are with or without a main focus. For example the LinkedIn has a focus to strengthen the professional history and contacts.  Once you are joined into these social networking websites you can bring your own network of friends with common goals and can start networking.

B) List of social networking technologies and sites used

Flickr: I have used Flikcr to promote and advertise TAFE Library Events. Flickr is a social media site used for managing of photos and for photo sharing. All TAFE Colleges posted photos of their Library events on the Flickr and the tags provided under the photos allowed users to quickly access the appropriate images. Flikcr is the 4^th largest social networking site used worldwide. Flickr is easy to use is that has a clean user interface. My main disadvantage in using of Flickr is that photo sharing is important but not as big a priority in my social media technologies/websites priorities list.

C) Expectations upon completion of INF506

At present and after the completion of INF506 I will achieve an in-depth understanding in the concepts, theories and practice of social networking technologies.  Currently I have joined a number of social networks such as Facebook, LinkedIn and MySpace and in hindsight, I will continue to join potential social networking websites that interest me. This will lead me to explore the current and potential application and practice of social networking websites to support my educational and professional needs. INF 506 will develop my skills and the capacity to plan, implement and evaluate social networking technologies. I will develop the ability to become aware of social media networking amongst my peers, community and organisation. It will enable me to judge between synchronous and asynchronous social networking technologies. During and after the completion of INF506 I will have mastered my own educational journey and supported my professional growth through an online learning environment. It will increase my knowledge, understanding and experience in social media networking and social media techniques.