This blog has been set-up as part of the UCI Learning 2.0 program to encourage library staff to experiment and learn about the new and emerging technologies that are reshaping the context of information on the Internet today.The UCI Learning 2.0 team modified The Learning 2.0 program designed by Helene Blowers, Technology Director, Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County and is loosely based upon Stephen Abram's article, "43 Things I might want to do this year" (Information Outlook - Feb 2006). We also borrowed ideas from the UCSC Learning 2.0 project, SJPL and SJSU Learning 2.0 project, and the Library 2.0 in 15 minutes a day - Library Instruction Wiki.
The UCI Learning 2.0 team developed learning objectives for each exercise so that participants will have a clear understanding of what they are expected to learn by completing the exercise.
The design of this online program was completely built on Web 2.0 technologies that are freely available on the Internet. These sites include: Blogger, Flickr, Odeo, YouTube, & Bloglines.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. How does this online learning program work?
This is a self-discovery program which encourages Public Services and Collections Divisions’ employees to take control of their own learning and to utilize their lifelong learning skills through exploration and play. Employees are encouraged to work together and share with each other their discoveries, techniques and "how to's" both in person and through their blogs.
2. Is this program open to all UCI Library employees?
At this time, the program is open to all Public Services and Collections Divisions’ employees regardless of position and status (full and part time). Librarians are strongly encouraged to participate in the program. Other Public Services and Collections staff can participate in the program with the approval of their department head and depending on the operational needs of their department. Public Services department heads will decide if participation in the program is required of their staff.
If you are a UCI Library employee in another Division, you are welcome to follow along on your own. Please obtain the approval of your department head.
3. How long do I have to complete the program?
The program kicks off November 1, 2007 and ends March 2008. You are expected to work on one of the "things" each week. However, the team realizes that some staff may not be able to work on the “things” every week, given the operational needs of their department. You may work ahead. Librarians may work on the exercises from home, if they want, since this course is web based and not tied to their computer at work.
4. Do I need to complete the exercises in order?
The exercises are designed to build on each other and are best done in order.
5. How much time will it take to complete the program?
It should take about 15 minutes a day, or an hour per week.
6. Will there be any training classes offered to show staff how to do this?
No formal classes will be offered. The exercises are designed to be self-paced and completed independently. However, participants can form groups if they find that a more effective learning methodology. Please feel free to share your knowledge and expertise with colleagues or by leaving a comment at the end of any of the blog posts. (Just click the "comments" link.)
7. I have question about one of the exercises, how do I get help?
You can leave a comment on the blog posting for that exercise or you can email the Learning 2.0 team members.
8. How do I track my progress for each of the 10 Things or So?
Each participant in the program will be required to keep a blog to track his or her progress and to notify Kate Hill of the blog name.
7. I would like to learn about UCI Libraries List of 10 Things or So but don't feel comfortable with my co-workers reading my blog. Can I participate anonymously?
Since you control all the information that you share on your blog, you can choose to use a screen name and a blog name that keeps you anonymous. However, since the AUL for Public Services wants to know who completes the exercises, you will need to identify yourself by sending an email with the blog name to Kate Hill. Kate and the team will not share your identity with anyone.
8. Who is on the UCI Libraries Learning 2.0 Team?
Collette Ford, Jim Galbraith, Dana Peterman, and Melanie Sellar
Langson Library @ UC Irvine
