Challenge

Learning Hindi

2008-06-17T17:55:00.000-07:00

I want to learn Hindi language for many reasons. I am listening to Cd's and podcast to learn to speak Hindi. I am also watching many Hindi movies too. However I always use the subtitles to understand the dialogues. Maybe soon I will watch it without the subtitles.One of the podcast which I learn to is
Namaste Dosti - The Learn Hindi Podcast
http://feeds.feedburner.com/NamasteDosti-TheLearnHindiPodcast

My Reward

2007-12-21T09:17:00.000-08:00

I received my gift yesterday. It was beautifully wrapped and it represented my commitment to learning. I felt great to accomplish my goal.
Thank you

Thing #23 : Evaluation / Is this really the end? Or just the beginning ...

2007-12-09T16:55:00.000-08:00

For me it is definitely the beginning. Wow I have come a long way and it feels great.I would like to thank everyone involved in creating and bringing this wonderful opportunity to us.Without their encouragement and guidance,I probably wouldn't have made any effort to learn some of these technologies.I also enjoyed reading most of our colleague's blogs and they are amazing.

My thoughts:
1. What did you like most? Least?
Before I began this project, I only knew a little about sharing personal photos through Kodak album. Now my favorite is Flickr because it is so much fun and has so many options. I needed to spend more time to learn some of these technologies; however in the end I liked them all.

2. What could we change?
I agree with many of my colleagues that we need more time to learn and do the exercises. While at work I had no time to do any of these steps. Fortunately I had all the time at home to finish this project. Since most of these technologies are new to me, I wanted to have more time to enjoy and make use of the advantages before I had to start to learn a new one.

3. Would you participate in similar program?
I always look forward to learning new things and in the process improve myself.

Thing #22 : Audiobooks

2007-12-08T16:39:00.000-08:00

I explored Queens Library's eMedia center. I browsed through the audio books catalog.I was interested in looking for audio books on how to speak other languages.There were not many selections in that category. However there were other audio books that I would like to download and listen to in the future.

Thing #21 : Podcast

2007-12-06T20:29:00.000-08:00

I played around with all 3 podcasts. I found podcast.net very interesting. Right away I picked "Science & Nature" under the category "Medicine". I was curious about what kind of podcasts are available in this category. There are many topics I would like to listen to when I have the time. This time I listened to "MedSchool Finals Podcast" to find out whether it will help my daughter to prepare for her medical school finals. I also liked some of the other podcasts from podcast.net, Podcastalley.com and Yahoo Audio.

I enjoyed the EverestPodcast from Yahoo Audio. I will look forward to listen more podcasts in the future.

feeds.feedburner.com/EverestPodcast

Thing # 20 : I Tube, You Tube / Battle at Kruger

2007-12-05T21:16:00.001-08:00

My adventure at You Tube

Thing # 19 : Discovering Web 2.0 Tools

2007-12-05T19:32:00.000-08:00

After spending quite some time analyzing many Web 2.0 Tools, I have come to a conclusion to choose the category Bookmarking service as one of the useful tool to have. I compared the three award winning Bookmarking services and signed up for ma.gnolia.com Bookmark service. Starting tomorrow I hope to use this technology to my advantage.

Thing # 18 : Let's Collabrate & Have a Good Time

2007-12-05T19:29:00.000-08:00

I signed up for Google Docs account and created a document.I spent some time exploring the features of this application. Before I knew about this technology, I used to save my documents in my email and then open it to edit or print. So in a way this is some what similar to my method. However there are so many advantages using this application. I like the idea of sending my document directly to my blog.

Thing #17 1/2 : Explore Facebook & Social Networking

2007-12-05T19:26:00.000-08:00

I explored all the links to Facebook and read through the Top Ten Facebook Apps for Librarians. I also created my Facebook account and added a few extra applications to my Facebook account. However I need more time to fully make use of my Facebook account. Right now I am trying to enjoy my blog and its advantages. I like 'My Wikipedia' because it seems very interesting.

Thing # 17 : Playing around with Wikis

2007-12-03T20:40:00.000-08:00

After many tries to add something on any of the Wikies, my final result is this link. I will work on this technology later.

Talk:Internet - LISWiki

Thing # 16: Wiki Me This

2007-12-03T20:10:00.000-08:00

I learned about Wiki and took a look at some of the Library Wikis. I think using Wikis to share information is a brilliant idea. I already have some ideas to how I am going to use or contribute information using Wikis. In our Community Library, we are always looking for some good ideas on how to outreach our service to our community.While I was browsing some of the Library Wikis sites, I found some wonderful handouts that I could give to my customers, when I teach computer classes. The bottom line is Wiki is very practical and beneficial.

Library Success:( http://www.libsuccess.org ) is one of the best Wiki to explore.

Thing # 15 : On Library 2.0 & Web 2.0....

2007-12-02T18:08:00.001-08:00

I read some of the perspectives on Library 2.0. from the list. I believe that we should be encouraging everyone to see the overall positive aspects than the (maybe) negative ones. As a librarian I want to be able to provide my customers with whatever information they need or at least try to. Keeping up with the new technologies will help me do that.
So let’s move forward.

Thing # 14: Getting not-so-technical with Technorati

2007-12-01T19:34:00.000-08:00

I took the Technorati tour and its popular features.I realized then that there is a whole new world (technology) out there to explore. I spent some time in searching top ranked blogs and reading some of the blogs contexts. All of the bloggers are very experienced in this field.I was amazed about how the technology changes so fast and made me wonder how fast I have to be to compete with it.Or will I ever be able to catch up. However I am glad to know a little something about this tech world rather than nothing. Maybe down the road,it will be a familiar path to walk.

Thing # 13 : Tagging

2007-11-25T14:58:00.001-08:00

Well I learned more about tagging and explored popular social bookmarking site called Del.icio.us ( http://del.icio.us). I created a Del.icio.us account. I hope to use this resources to my advantage.

Thing # 12 : Rollyo

2007-11-21T20:23:00.000-08:00

I explored the Rollyo site and was very eager to register. So far I think this particular technology will help me the most with my profession. As a reference librarian I need this quick access guide to my resources.

Thing # 11 : Library Thing

2007-11-21T19:37:00.000-08:00

This is a great tool to keep up my reading lists.

Thing 10 : Image Generator

2007-11-13T19:33:00.000-08:00

I like Monsterize Initial Generator.Here is my result.

I also had fun with I-Mockery.com - MINI MOCKS! Absurd little mockeries for your amusement!
I-Mockery.com - MINI MOCKS! Absurd little mockeries for your amusement!

Thing # 8 & 9 : RSS

2007-11-03T16:45:00.001-07:00

I learned about RSS feeds and setup my own Bloglines newsreader account.
It was very interesting and I know that this technology will come in handy.
Only if I could find more time to digest all this wonderful information....

Thing # 7 : Technology / I love cookies !

2007-11-03T16:36:00.001-07:00

I also love my GPS navigation system. It gives me peace of mind, whenever I have to drive to new places.

Thing # 6 : My Creation

2007-11-03T11:01:00.000-07:00

My creation,
originally uploaded by masidorai.

It is so much fun to play with fd's Flickr Toys. I am so happy to show off this beautiful creature by creating a suitable creation with a few simple steps. I love my cat and my creation.
More to come!!!

Thing # 6 : Mashups

2007-10-30T12:19:00.000-07:00

More Flickr Fun

2007-10-29T15:18:00.000-07:00

My creation,
originally uploaded by masidorai.

Created with fd's Flickr Toys.

Thing # 5 : Flickr

2007-10-29T15:16:00.000-07:00

I explored the Flickr site. First it was very interesting, but it took me a while to learn about this technology.
This picture of the beautiful sunset was taken from the airplane by my daughters while we were vacationing.
Take a moment to enjoy the sunset.
This is a test post from , a fancy photo sharing thing.

Week # ?

2007-10-25T16:42:00.000-07:00

I am totally lost. I am trying to get back to doing my exercises but .... need time?

Thing 3 & 4 : Set Up Blog / Register

2007-10-04T12:08:00.000-07:00

what I learned.
BloggingThing:
1.Set up my own blog and add my first post.
2.Register my blog and begin my Learning 2.0 journey.

I am taking one small step at a time.

# 1 & 2 : Challenge

2007-10-03T10:27:00.000-07:00

1. I am starting a new challenge. I will do my best to finish.
2. I listened to 7 ½ Habits of Highly Successful Lifelong Learners and these are my comments.

Habit 1: Begin with the end in mind. Most of the time I follow this sentiment. However, when things get harder and the end seems too far to reach, I need to remind myself that each of my small steps will help me to reach my goal.
Habit 2:Accept responsibility for your own learning.I strongly agree with this statement and have been taking responsibility for my learning.
Habit 3: View problems as challenges. I do try to find any silver lining whenever life throws curve balls at me. Whenever I practice this habit, I feel less anxious and more realistic.
Habit 4: Have confidence in yourself as a competent, effective learner.I do think that I follow this statement all the time.I always tell my daughters that when learning anything first try to understand the basics because this makes it easier to learn more complex issues.
Habit 5: Create your own learning toolbox. I have a few learning tools in my toolbox,but I try to add more along the way.
Habit 6: Use technology to your advantage. I have always wanted to learn anything and everything that will help me with my life, even though it usually takes more time for me to grasp today's fast paced technology.
Habit 7: Teach/mentor others.This is my favorite statement of all.Whenever I share, teach or mentor anyone with my knowledge and encouragement, I feel more humble and happy. Sharing my knowledge or information is a second nature to me, whether someone likes it or not.
Habit 7 ½:Play. I have no problem with this habit,because I can't help being young at heart.