Final post for the semester

Well I am only about two weeks late in wrapping up but I would like to thank all of you have have both brought us Project Play and participated. When I started the semester I had two main goals in mind. First I thought it would be nice to put the technologies I already knew about into I library context. Second I thought it would be a good way to get to know some of my new coworkers. While there weren't any sudden moments of clarity I think that I did learn a lot about some of the technologies out there and how we can use them. Me chief problem is that whenever I see something new and shiny I want to use it immediately and worry about how and why later.

I think there are a lot of things that we can use in the library setting to maintain the relevance that many people think we are losing. I think libraries are very relevant and are not in danger any time soon. That said, I don't think those that believe we can function as a brick and mortar entity only are correct. There is give and take and we need to take the resources we have and figure out the best ways to utilize them in the near future. We also cannot be afraid to try something new, even if it fails. Sometimes you need to go back to the well a couple of times before it starts to produce water.

I really enjoyed hearing peoples thoughts on various sections and I think that this will create a great jump off point for libraries and the consortium to develop new features for their libraries. I look foreword to working with everyone that is continuing on next semester.

As far as the section that I found the most fascinating that would have to be tagging. I still worry that tagging can lead to a herd mentality but the reality is that the benefits seem to outweigh the risks. I think it would be a great way for patrons to share their interests without exposing their privacy.

Well that is it for now. I hope to "see" you all next semester.