I am delighted to be learning more about a tool I have already discovered is very useful.
For example: suddenly people were refering to “Blue Tooth”. I turned to a Wiki to learn that it is wireless technology named after an ancient Scandinavian King.
For example: I hosted a staff farewell celebration around the theme of “coffee”. Wiki gave me a quick history and discribed modern variations of the marvelous beverage.
Exploring various self-produced Wikis around the library world was a lot of productive fun. I am particularily struck by the Library Success Wiki. Suddenly at my fingertips is a Management and Leadership Training tool. After I have completed Learn & Play, I intend to spend time at this site for personal professional growth….not only is it easily accessable, but it will allow me to spend less money at Barnes and Nobles!
Wikis are wonderful tools for both large and small groups. My branch has a Wiki on which are posted staff book reviews, and often used for Reader’s Advisory just as Princeton and Grand Rapids Public Libraries have offered for thsir customers. If organized well, a Wiki could replace the “V” drives CML now employees.
