I had been searching for resources on colonial craftsmen, specifically bakers, when I began this assignment. I wasn't having much luck searching with Google, but del.icio.us was very helpful. I was able to find several links and draw on other people's search efforts. Using del.icio.us as a tool is great because it means that I don't need to recreate the wheel every time I want to search.
Additionally, because I use several computers, I like the fact that I can access my bookmarks from any of them. Very convenient! Another idea I like is using tags to develop a collection of sites to review with my class. It is quick and convenient. I would also be interested in subscribing to the bookmarks of a select few colleagues so we can share resources -- especially our librarian!
I have a del.icio.us account that I had forgotten about. Now, I'm beginning to wake it up and use it, again! Why am I bothering to use my traditional bookmarks, with all of their limitations?! Of course, that's one thing about the amount of technological resources we have at hand: there is too much to remember, sometimes.
I looked at the network badge feature and at first I thought, "I'm not up for that, yet" because many of my bookmarks seemed personal. I had to do some housecleaning on my del.icio.us account, but then I added the badge to my blog, just so I can get a feel for it. I want to think more about how I feel about adding it to my blog, though, because I'm uncomfortable with it.
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