Tag Archives: 23things

23 mobile things

For all the lovers of learning 23 Things-style: there’s a new one out! It’s called 23mobilethings, is written by people “interested in exploring ways that libraries and library staff can use mobile technologies to deliver library services, to engage with … Continue reading

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Thing 23 is here again

I missed most of CPD23 this year as I was busy with other things and because I didn’t want to repeat things I had done before without learning from them (again). This year’s Thing 23 is one I want to think about though (last year’s post is … Continue reading

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#cpd23: CPD in your later career

I found Sheila’s post rather useful. In my mind it’s important to know why I’m learning something: it makes it easier to focus and also might make it easier to learn something. If I don’t know why I’m meant to … Continue reading

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Thing 7: Real-life networks

This CPD23 week is about real-life networks. This year I feel more inspired by this topic than last year. The blog mentions non-fee-charging/informal oganisations, which work best for me at the moment. I am involved with library camps which provides me with … Continue reading

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Thing 6: Online networks

I wrote about this Thing last year (and here too) and it’s still pretty much the same situation. I am connected via several online networks: I use twitter a lot, and Facebook the least. Some contacts have spilled over into real life … Continue reading

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Thing 5: Reflective Practice

This week I am compiling a report on Library Camp Leeds. So Thing 5 falls into just the right week. This report is mainly for work colleagues to explain what we achieved, but also helps me to see what worked well and … Continue reading

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My first attempt using Storify

I am very impressed with Storify. It’s so easy to use! No instructions needed, just drag and drop – wonderful! I wish it worked on Internet Explorer, it would be a great tool to use at work to show what … Continue reading

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Thing 4: Storify

This week’s cpd23 post is about current awareness. I already use twitter and GoogleReader (RSS feeds), so I’ll have a play with Storify and Scoop.it. Storify The first problem is that IE is not supported. This makes it impossible for me to … Continue reading

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Thing 3: Personal brand

Last year I spent a long time thinking about my personal brand and all its implications. I worried a lot and have since found that being “out there” is actually not that scary. Out of the posts about online identity and … Continue reading

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Things 1&2

I haven’t signed up for CPD23 again this year but will try and look at my posts from the last round every week and make a few notes on impressions and thoughts. Also, linking to this useful and exciting programme might … Continue reading

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