Wikis & Rollyo

Wikis

I had a look at a lot of wikis, and it is interesting to see how different organisations are using them. Some use them as just another web site - they seem to be very locked down, with limited amounts of users being able to edit and add content, and provide static information. Other organisations are using them very collaboratively. I especially liked how some schools are using them as tools for assessment - providing instructions, the students create wiki pages, and results are also available on the wiki.

Rollyo

Rollyo is cool. Really good for if you are looking for authoritative information from big websites, or just want to cut out a whole lot of commercial sites etc.

del.icio.us and Library 2.0

del.icio.us

I hadn't actively used del.icio.us before, but i'd seen people using it and i know parts of the functionality of the SLT's webpage uses it. It's pretty hand i must say, and easy to use. Because of the admin lock down on the work pcs i couldn't download the buttons, but the links work nicely. Of course the best thing is that you can move from pc to pc, or OS to OS if you have an install like my home computer, etc and still have the same favourites availale.

Library 2.0

I have mixed feelings about Library 2.0. Whilst i think it is good that libraries are doing their best to stay up to date, I think sometimes the emphasis is placed too much on the concept of web 2.0 technologies and not the use of the technologies themselves. Libraries should be using all technologies available to provide the best service, and not worrying if it's 'web 2.0' or not.