Web 2.0

Title: Library 2.0 Theory: Web 2.0 and Its Implications for Libraries

Author: Jack M. Maness

Publisher: Webology

URL: http://www.webology.org/2006/v3n2/a25.html

Abstract:

This article posits a definition and theory for "Library 2.0". It suggests that recent thinking describing the changing Web as "Web 2.0" will have substantial implications for libraries, and recognizes that while these implications keep very close to the history and mission of libraries, they still necessitate a new paradigm for librarianship. The paper applies the theory and definition to the practice of librarianship, specifically addressing how Web 2.0 technologies such as synchronous messaging and streaming media, blogs, wikis, social networks, tagging, RSS feeds, and mashups might intimate changes in how libraries provide access to their collections and user support for that access (Maness).

Three things I learned from the article:

1. The Web 2.0 and Library 2.0 has substantial implications for the services and collections of the libraries.

2. The four essential elements of Library 2.0: it is user-centered, it provides a multi-media experience, it is socially rich, and it is communally innovative.

3. The different Web 2.0 technologies are: synchronous messaging and streaming media, blogs, wikis, social networks, tagging, RSS feeds, and mashups.

Application/Implication of what I've learned to my work/to me as a person:

As one of the developers and providers of information and technology, we should continue using the Web 2.0 technologies because it is a template based and data driven platform that helps the developers to produced and maintained sites effectively.

Internet Implications to Libraries

Title: The Internet’s effect on libraries: some personal observations

Author: Ya-ning Chen

Publisher: LIBRES

URL: http://libres.curtin.edu.au/libre8n1/chen.htm

Abstract:

A library's collection development is a continuous process and responds to the needs and goals of its users. It includes not just the policy of collection development itself but also the procedures of selection, acquisition and evaluation. With the use of the Internet and the advent of the virtual library, the new direction in collection development has become a number one issue. This article considers future directions for collection development from four standpoints: changes under the virtual library environment; the means of acquisition; related problems; and future directions (Chen).

Three things I learned from the article:

1.   Internet has a great effect to the library, especially in planning, collecting, organizing, delivering, and using the information.

2.   Traditional library must accept the new changes and transform into virtual or digital libraries to cater the needs of the new millennium users (the digital users).

3.   Some key directions that the libraries must use for collections development planning according to Cheng: reorganization among library departments, importance of bibliographic control, orientation to establish the feature collection, and he also emphasized that optimal availability is our final goal.

Application/Implication of what I've learned to my work/to me as a person:

As a librarian, I should not limit myself to the traditional setup of libraries. Also, I should improve my skills in organizing, maintaining, evaluating library’s collection, digital products, and use the Internet effectively.

Computer Ethics

Title: Computer ethics: Future directions

Author: John Weckert

Publisher: Kluwer Academic Publishers

URL: http://www.springerlink.com/content/k7544k4897608j28/

Abstract:

The article presents some of the issues of computer ethics and its usefulness. Some of the issues in computer ethics are the issue of privacy, employee monitoring, responsibility, equity and the human-computer interface. Also, the author gives ways on how the computer ethics become effective and useful in the current and future directions of Information Technology, Business, and others.

Three things I learned from the article:

1. The employer should properly monitor the activities of the employees and respect their personal privacy while the employees should use properly the company’s computing equipment and be responsible in using the computer and internet.
2. The users should know and study their responsibilities in using the computer and the software to prevent problems, such as virus attacks, etc.
3. Computer ethics can be effective and useful if: those working in computer ethics be involved in policy making; there’s an involvement in the education of computing professionals and the users; and, computer ethicists should continually study and be informed on what is happening in the field of Information Technology.

Application/Implication of what I've learned to my work/to me as a person:

As one of the computer and internet user, I should be more responsible in using the equipment, software, and internet to prevent problems and protect/respect the privacy of others.