Thing 23 - Final Thoughts

It's done.  I guess all good things must come to an end, but I hope not!  I began this project knowing very little about Web 2.0 tools....now I have had my eyes opened to so much I can't wait to try out in my library.  The best part, is that my fear of Web 2.0 tools is gone forever.  Looking back, there was nothing hard or scary.  It was actually FUN!!!  It was actually a great jump start to my life long journey of learning for my career. 

My favorites -

• Flikr & Photo tools - this is fun stuff.  I've never really used a photo type site before and I was so excited about how easy it was to use, tag photos, and manipulate your beloved pics into puzzles, crazy pictures, funny cartoons, etc.  I know students will/do love the funny options for their pictures. 
• Blogging - I've wanted to get started on blogging for some time now, but just haven't had anything to write about (or so I thought).  Having this assignment in Blog form completely ROCKED to me!  I love to blog and hope to get started on my very own Blog very soon!
• Readers - now I understand how in the world people stay on top of all the "people" they follow.  What a great, streamlined idea.  I like having all my places I get info in one spot and will be happy to share this with my teacher friends as I know of a few that could benefit from a Reader!
• Google Docs - I've heard so many people say "Oh, I'll just do it in Google Docs."  I had no idea what they were talking about, but now I do.  Honestly, I'm still a Microsoft Word girl, but since my mom doesn't have Word, I'll be happy to show her Google Docs for all her word processing needs.  She's going to love this much cheaper option!
• Facebook and MySpace - Still not a fan of either sites.  Sorry!
• YouTube - I am so excited I know how to embed videos into projects!  I've often wondered how you do that and was able to do it so easily!  I love YouTube.  I sure wish I could access it from school. 
• Zamzar - Who needs a PDF?  Went there, loved there, recommend there!  :)

What surprised me most about this assignment?  I surprised myself.  I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed learning about all the tools and was able to navigate through this assignment so easily having not much experience with most of the "Thing list."   I'm so happy to have a whole new repertoire of tricks in my bag to share with teachers, students, and friends.  I hope to continue my journey as there's more to learn and stay on top of - I feel like now, I'm definitely up for the challenge.