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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 4th 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.
