Hello Everyone!
I must say, we have all come a long way since the beginning of the course. So far, I have learned about Information Sources, Researching tips (both for the library and on the internet), Classification Systems, and Evaluating Information in the library, on the internet, or anywhere you go! I have visited many helpful websites, some very surprising. Then there was the visit to the library, which was an incredible experience, and made me think twice about libraries. I have never thought there was no need for a library with the internet available because the information on the internet is not always reliable. For example, Dena mentioned not to use Wikipedia for Assignment #4 because of its non reputable sources. But I have evolved a greater respect for libraries because of this course, and I think that it's wonderful because I am proud to walk down the street with my son and nephew to the Los Altos Branch Library (a very small library with mostly children's books) and help them select books they can check out and enjoy. I think everyone is doing an excellent job. I love the discussion forums and how everyone in the class interacts. I think it's wonderful that we can all teach each other a thing or two! :)
I look forward to learning more during the latter of this course.
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I am with you. I have really learned so much more than expected and we are only about half way through the course. I have really learned the amount of references and resources that are available at hand for me to use and research. I'm really glad that I took this course.
Hi Mommyruthie,
Enjoyed reading your blog...I also thought the information Dena provided on Wikipedia was very helpful...saved a lot of time and gave us a heads-up on the quality of information it provides.
As the semester is finishing up, I can certainly see how many of us have grown in our knowledge of the research process as well as reacquainting us with with the sources availabe at the library. A job well done, Mommyruthie!
Hi Ruth, at frist i think the same thing as you about why we need library when there are internet alvaible to you. But after doing assignment for this class i have notice how important or useful libraries can be. Eventhough there are internet but sometime we can't find information we would have to go to the library to look up the resources. I also think that some of the website that we been view is really helpful for us, not only that we would for sure use it later in the feature to look up things.
It really is wonderful that you can share your knowledge with the children in your life and they can do the same later in their life. I'm so happy to read your blog!
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