Must have over-looked this assignment. Ironically enough after my last post it's the one on blogs.
On a personal level what makes a blog is the relevance of the content. I also appreciate ones that are short and to the point with appropriate linkage. To me they are something to be skimmed for interest with the option to go back and read the full text at a later date when more convenient.
Although it is not something I have used specifically on this course, the friends list (or blogroll) is a handy feature to develop links and promote discussions. For preference I look for a blog capable of syndicating feeds rather than multiple sites to visit. The ability to have comments emailed is essential to ensure a prompt reply to any issues raised.
Tags can be a mixed blessing, but for reference content it is a must, so the blog can be easily searched at a later date.
For libraries blogs are an excellent method of dissemination of information. They can be used as current awareness tools, promote professional discussions and share ideas, develop journal clubs for dispersed communities. They can be used as test-beds for ideas and allow user feedback and promote a greater sense of customer involvement in the running of the library. The potential can be considerable if the correct training and marketing is in place to support any proposal.
At the University Hospital of North Staffordshire, the blog has been integrated as part of the Health Library website to deliver current library news. It is my hope to help develop this further in promoting user feedback and discussion within the blog, by developing a current awareness training course and encouraging users to syndicate to the blog as part of the course.
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