THING #16-Wikis

I first discovered Wikis in a google search i was doing on a specific subject. At the time I didn't really pay it much attention. Just thought this was some sort of on-line encyclopedia. What I didn't know was Wikipedia is just one way to use a wiki. There are multitude of things that a wiki really is. Starting with the name meaning QUICK in Hawaiian. Basically it is collaboration made smoother than in the past especially in the areas of communication. Website solcialization perhaps would be a better title. Great for coordinating and organizing input. I found this neat little video on explaining Wikis to people using pictures. This is a way anyone could understand. I found it in a google search (I still swear by this!) Check it out!
http://dotsub.com/films/wikisinplainenglish/

Back to Thing #14

Checked out Technorati and tagging.
I love the tagging idea, it is really just easy to categorize and/or search for topics. What a quick way to read about specific interests. (even when the interests aren't so educational- like reality TV shows!!) I am now going to try out the challenge assigned!

Going to Thing #15- be back to #14 Soon

Well, May i begin with the Iceberg connection. I thought that this was just the right thing for me to read considering I now have a love of the Penguin! In all reality Web 2.0 is all about change. AND lets face it, we all can ride the tide or be left sitting in the sand. Technology will keep advancing and people will follow. SO, my recommendation is we all better jump on a ship and sail away!

Thing 13- Del.icio.us

I was waiting for some food with this title! A little unsure of this one. I can see how bookmarking can help. I did though find some interesting things- Check out the research below on how texting helps teens Grammar!! WHO KNOW? :)

A Strong Command of Grammar
"Parents and teachers don't need to be concerned that this new medium is corrupting young people's grammar", said Sali Tagliamonte, a professor of linguistics at the University of Toronto. Tagliamonte added that she was "blown away" by the command of English, the creativity and the fluidity of language shown by the kids studied. IMing, cell phone texting and chatroom-speak are "an expansive new linguistic renaissance," the study says.

Thing #12- On a Roll

I am finally getting some of this! YAHOO! I will get to # 23- One way or another! But for now-- I am happy showing my stuff- rollyo! I am not sure what exactly I would use this for yet. But time will help me see- i think! Hope!

Thing #11

Well, it is time to find and save some books. I decided to use my favorite author as she got me through those trying times as a tween- Judy Blume! AND of course, the Bible. SO I should be good to go when I need a saving or two or three or --- lots!! :)

Thing #10- PLAY TIME

Well, I must say this was the funnest thing I have done so far in this learning adventure. Also realized though, just how time consuming technology can be. I made a symmetrical picture of my face using Funny face on the generator sight. this was pretty cool. I also made a cereal box of my own. Tried to make a little avatar of myself, and will link soon! I think I will be famous!

I made a little speech agent as well- Check me out!