I liked both the Texas Library Association and American Library Association pages, because I want to stay current with news from both organizations. Although I have been a member of Facebook since 2004, I had not looked at its current benefits. I can see Facebook being used with strict privacy settings to protect students’ privacy in the high school library or also as a resource for the staff. The librarian can add updates with award-winning books, new books in print or in the library, and technology resources that can be used in the classroom. Because these three topics change rapidly; Facebook is a great platform to get information to the students, parents and staff.
Some challenges with Facebook are the privacy settings and monitoring what others post. I noticed that through Facebook you can create “Secret Groups.” This would be a good place to have students join because their profiles and identifies would only be known to the members. I have heard that there is a way to setup groups where the administer needs to preview material before it can be posted on the wall. Just like thing 4 RSS, I wanted to add a link to Facebook. What I found was a gadget that will allow the viewer to 1 click like my blog in Facebook.
I started following PISD in Pinterest! Looking through what has already been pinned, I am looking forward to seeing what you “pin” next. Pinterest is a great resource for educators because it allows you to search hundreds of pictures based on topic. Usually the images will send you to a blog or website where you can find even more that has been posted.
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ReplyDeleteThat is a great idea... to use "Secret Groups" and then approve posts. Definitely eliminates any misuse of Facebook on a school library site.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I don't use Pinterest, I am afraid if I start, Laura, I won't stop. I need to check out PISD, too!