Task #19--Scavenger Hunt

100%!!!!!!!!!!!! Yaaaaaayyyyyyy!!!!!

Task #18

These are both handy websites. Like the fact you could convert a long url into a short one. That would have come in handy a lot in the past, and hopefully will in the future. I used the book "The Last Sin Eater" as a test. Zamzar was fun. I converted a picture of the twins on their first day of kindergarten to a thumbnail picture.

Task #17

There are some very interesting links here. I tried Library Success, Resource Shelf, and, of course, CLiC. Since I use CLiC regularly for ILL, I will say it's one of my favorites. I also liked Library Success. It had links to online tutorials, plus software for putting together aids and tutorials. I also linked to a very interesting article about reference in the age of Google.

Task #16

With this one I can see some definite advantages. Libraries provide free access to information, and this is another tool for accomplishing that service. Open Office is especially nice for those who may be able to afford the initial computer, but can't afford the software. This one has merit.

Task #15

Looked at the video and don't think I want to do this one. I already have too many username/passwords to remember, and don't see why I would use this to any extent. I can see where it might be useful for someone doing extensive research for writing an academic paper, etc. I'll pass on this one.

Task #14

I've looked at both NetLibrary and Overdrive and have, in the past, downloaded a book or two. It's just not my thing. I don't own an MP3 player, and prefer to have the hardcopy in my hand.

TAsk #13

This was fun. I downloaded a rain/thunderstorm in the forest. Love it! Now I've got to figure out how to download it as my ringtone on my phone. Any ideas? I guess I'm not creative enough to see how using the sound effects, etc. would be used on our website--promotional, maybe?

As for downloadable music--On Soundrops I checked out Laura Gibson under folk--Nawww--and Josh Wooward (who is listed with Creative Commons)--not bad.

On Amie St. I tried The Paper Raincoat (song Rewind--liked it), and the Gregory Brothers (really liked that group).

On CC Mixter I tried some a capella music (some of which wasn't) with artists ZoeBee and Calling Sister Midnight. Liked the latter.

On Jamnendo I found it interesting that they have a lot of Creative Commons artists. Tried alternative artist Mind Split Effect--different.

My favorite of the sites--Amie St. with Soundrops coming in second. Favorite new artist--Gregory Brothers. Really liked their sound and their music.