Module #14 Google Docs

I love google docs! I use them all the time and when I was a student it was so much easier doing group work because you never had to find a time that fit everyone's schedule, you could just work in real time where ever you were.

The library could benefit from using google docs/presentations in the everyday work environment.  People on committees can work on projects or trainings by having everyone contribute to one document. If information needs to be shared that requires feedback, you can use google docs, and it will be able to tell you who has updated what.  Overall google docs is an amazing tool for anyone or any business to use :)

Module #17 IM-ing

I do like instant messaging. It is a really easy form of communication when both parties are on the computer because you can continue to do what you are doing on the computer while talking to others. It doesn't matter if you take a few minutes to respond because usually they are doing other stuff online as well. (Unless it is messaging with a business then you should be focused on the conversation).

The only concerns I have is if the library used instant messaging between itself and the patrons, that they need to make sure that someone is always available during working hours to interact with those that have questions.  My college library had a "Chat with a Librarian" link where you could ask questions and get answers right away by a librarian that was stationed at the anwer desk. It was very useful!

It really hasn't changed the way i work, because I don't use instant messanger when I am at work. I use it to socialize at home.