My Search
It’s been so long since I’ve been able to read a book solely for pleasure so I decided my list of books should truly be books I want to read. I began my search using Google Books. I searched “Chelsea Handler” because I always watch her television show, love her humor, and have heard she has written a few great, entertaining books. Links to her books immediately appeared. I viewed the ratings for Handler’s books and they all received between 3.5/5 and 4.5/5 stars. I also read descriptions and reviews of her books and decided they were must reads so I added them to my “to read” category in my library within Google Books. In “related books” I saw “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert. Of course I’ve heard of this book so I decided I would read the book description, however I was not intrigued and therefore did not add it to my list. I didn’t like any of the other “related books” in Google Books, so I decided it was time to move on to Library Thing.
I don’t have much experience with using Library Thing so I decided to scroll through the site and found the “top wish listed books.” “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett was one of the books in this list. I had heard of this book before but didn’t know what it was about. Once I read the description and discovered it was a story about the Civil Rights Movement I decided to add it to my list because I enjoy reading about the Civil Rights Movement. This book also received a rating of 4.52 stars out of 5 which is very high, another great reason to add it to my list!
Library Thing seemed to be leading me to books I enjoyed so I decided to continue to explore it. I decided to explore the use of tags. I clicked on “comedy” and “memoirs” and didn’t find anything of interest. However, I enjoy non-fiction material so I clicked on the “non-fiction” tag and found a book that I have always been interested in but never had the chance to read. The book “Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of All-American Meal” by Eric Schlosser encounters the reality of the American diet. I found two additional books in the same section of Library Thing. These books were “Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America” by Barbara Ehrenreich and “A Child Called ‘It’ ” by Dave Pelzer. I added these three books to my list but no other books appealed to me in this section so I decided to move on.
After discussing my assignment with a friend he reminded me of two books I’ve mentioned that I wanted to read. These books were “The Half-a-Doctor: Memoirs from My Asylum” by Herb Sokol and “Dear John” by Nicholas Sparks. I searched both of the books by title in Good Reads. There were no discussions or reviews when I searched for “The Half-a-Doctor: Memoirs from My Asylum” on Good Reads which I assume may because it is a newer book. However, I wasn’t surprised to read fantastic reviews on “Dear John” because I’ve heard from so many people how great of a book it is, so I added it to my list. Despite not having reviews for the first book, I still added it to my list as well based on the description and previous discussions about the book I’ve had with others.
Lastly, I decided to use WorldCat to search by title and author for the last book on my list. “The Diary of Anne Frank” by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett is a book I have been wanting to read for years but haven’t had the time. I decided to use WorldCat for this search so I could be sure to find the correct copy I was looking for and so I could immediately order it from the library. After all, I figure I am much more likely to read the book if I physically have a copy!
Google Books
I was pleasantly surprised with my experience using Google Books. I enjoyed the “My Library” function which allowed me to add books that I have read, want to read, and am reading, my favorite books, and the books I want to review (which are all functions I later found in the other websites as well). This would be a great way for someone to keep track of their reading collection. It was also convenient that Google Books has some of the book titles available to read online and for those books not available online, there was a “find in library” link which connected me directly to WorldCat as well as links to Amazon, Borders, etc. to purchase the books online.
Library Thing
Library Thing was the best website I used to find books to compile my list. The use of tags was the most useful feature of this site. I found it very productive to use these tags to conduct my search since I was focusing my search around particular genres which tend to interest me. I also liked how Library Thing showed “popular covers.” This would be helpful when dealing with patrons who remember books based on their covers. Library Thing also took the availability of the books to an entirely different level by providing bookstores with prices and locations, libraries with locations, and swap sites as well. Lastly I enjoyed exploring the “talk,” “groups,” and “local” features which allow users to discuss thoughts on literature with others. I’m sure I could have found my entire list using this website, but I thought I should give others websites a fair chance.
Good Reads
I liked Good Reads because it was specifically geared toward popular literature. I also liked how it was so simple and easy to navigate. I also liked how “bookshelves” could be viewed as “clouds” and how the option to import and export selections was available under “my books.” Good Reads was unique because it has an “explore” option with trivia, quizzes, events, etc. which adds a bit more fun to the world of reading.
WorldCat
WorldCat was somewhat similar to the other websites I used first. However, I liked how this website showed the “users who read this book also read” feature. Some unique features of WorldCat included links for “library information” and “ask a librarian” for each library which owned a copy of the selected book. Other options that I did not see in the other websites but did see in WorldCat included the options to cite and create bibliographies which would be great time-savers for users.
Conclusion
Overall, I feel as though the different websites were very similar. They offered many of the same important features. However, if I had to choose the best website I would choose Library Thing because it by far had the most unique options such as the features previously discussed.
My List of 10 Books to Read:
1. Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang, by Chelsea Handler
2. Are You There Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea, by Chelsea Handler
3. My Horizontal Life, by Chelsea Handler
4. The Help, by Kathryn Stockett
5. Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of All-American Meal, by Eric Schlosser
6. Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America, by Barbara Ehrenreich and
7. A Child Called “It,” by Dave Pelzer
8. Half-a-Doctor: Memoirs from My Asylum, by Herb Sokol
9. Dear John, by Nicholas Sparks
10. The Diary of Anne Frank, by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Information Technology Bibliography using Google Scholar
The following is a bibliography for the subject of "Information Technology" compiled by using Google Scholar:
Abascal, J., Canas, J., Fajardo I., & Salmeron L. Improving deaf users’ accessibility in hypertext information retrieval: Are graphical interfaces useful for them? Behaviour and Information Technology, 25 (6), 455-467. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 19
Barney, J., Gautam, R., & Muhanna, W. (2005). Information technology and the performance of the customer service process: A resource-based analysis. Management Information Systems Quarterly, 29 (4). Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 15
Bennett, S., Kervin, L., & Maton, K. (2008). The ‘digital natives’ debate: A critical review of the evidence. British Journal of Educational Technology, 39 (5), 775-786.
Times Cited: 155
Hess, T., Li, X., & Valacich J. (2008). Why do we use technology? A study of initial trust formation with organizational information systems. The Journal of Strategic Information Systems, 17 (1), 39-71. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 16
Jackson, J., Park, J., Probst, J., & Yi, M. (2006). Understanding information technology acceptance by individual professionals: Toward an integrative view. Information and Management, 43 (3), 350-363. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 121
James, Jeffrey. (2007). From origins to implications: Key aspects in the debate over the digital divide. Journal of Information Technology, 22 (3), 284-295. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 16
Keller, C. (2005). Virtual learning environments: Three implementation perspectives. Learning, Media and Technology, 30 (3), 299-311. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 23
Khazanchi, D., & Zigurs I. (2008). From profiles to patterns: A new view of task-technology fit. Information Systems Management, 25 (1), 8-13. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 20
Kira, D., & Saade, R. (2007). Mediating the impact of technology usage on perceived ease of use by anxiety. Computers and Education, 49 (4), 1189-1204. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 16
Kling, R. (2007). What is social informatics and why does it matter? The Information Society, 23 (4), 205-220. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 349
Levin, T., & Wadmany, R. (2005). Changes in educational beliefs and classroom practices of teachers and students in technology-based classrooms. Technology, Pedagogy and Education, 14 (3), 281-307. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 19
Olapiriyakul, K., & Scher, J. (2006). A guide to establishing hybrid learning courses: Employing information technology to create a new learning experience, a case study. The Internet and Higher Education, 9 (4), 287-301. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 23
Protti, D. (2007). Comparison of information technology in general practice in 10 countries. Health Q, 10 (2), 107-116. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 24
Sun, H., & Zhang, P. (2006). The role of moderating factors in user technology acceptance. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, 64 (2), 53-78. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 106
Turk, Z., & Vanier, D. (1994). Internet opportunities for distributed construction information. International Journal of Construction Information Technology, 2 (3), 45-65. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 11
Wilson, T.D. (2006). On user studies and information needs. Journal of Documentation, 62 (6), 658-670. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 543
Library Literature and Information Science Full Text Database
When searching for articles for my information technology bibliography, I liked how the Library Literature and Information Science Full Text Database had a built-in thesaurus, a search history, and the option to print, save, export and cite selections. The database also provided the option to narrow and sort search results. However, I still found it frustrating to navigate the database mostly because the articles needed to complete this assignment had to be cited by at least five scholarly papers. I was able to find many relevant articles in the Library and Information Science Full Text Database but I then discovered that these articles either did not appear in the Social Sciences Citation Index or were not cited by at least five scholarly papers. I think this database could be useful for other assignments, but this was not the most effective database to use for this particular assignment.
Social Sciences Citation Index
I found the Social Sciences Citation Index to be much more user-friendly. This database not only provided the number of times an articled had been cited, but also provided a search history and a marked list which allows users to print, save, or e-mail numerous fields for each selection. The marked list function helped me save a lot of time by automatically collecting the information I needed for the bibliography of each source. When using this database for the assignment, I found it most useful to limit my search results by subject area and sort by times cited after searching “information technology.” This is a database I could see myself using in the future.
Google Scholar
Google Scholar was also very user-friendly. I liked it because it was much more simplistic than the KentLINK databases although advanced search options were available to make searches more detailed. For this particular assignment I would prefer to use Google Scholar since it states the number of times the article has been cited, eliminating the need to use another database to check citing. However, while searching articles for this assignment I did encounter a few distracting advertisements. I also noticed that unlike the KentLINK databases, some of the sources in Google Scholar were not available in full text at no cost making it a disadvantage of Google Scholar.
Conclusion
In conclusion, I am happy to have learned about and utilized several new databases and search engines. I have also been reminded of the importance of considering the information need when conducting an information search in order to save time, energy, and frustration.
Abascal, J., Canas, J., Fajardo I., & Salmeron L. Improving deaf users’ accessibility in hypertext information retrieval: Are graphical interfaces useful for them? Behaviour and Information Technology, 25 (6), 455-467. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 19
Barney, J., Gautam, R., & Muhanna, W. (2005). Information technology and the performance of the customer service process: A resource-based analysis. Management Information Systems Quarterly, 29 (4). Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 15
Bennett, S., Kervin, L., & Maton, K. (2008). The ‘digital natives’ debate: A critical review of the evidence. British Journal of Educational Technology, 39 (5), 775-786.
Times Cited: 155
Hess, T., Li, X., & Valacich J. (2008). Why do we use technology? A study of initial trust formation with organizational information systems. The Journal of Strategic Information Systems, 17 (1), 39-71. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 16
Jackson, J., Park, J., Probst, J., & Yi, M. (2006). Understanding information technology acceptance by individual professionals: Toward an integrative view. Information and Management, 43 (3), 350-363. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 121
James, Jeffrey. (2007). From origins to implications: Key aspects in the debate over the digital divide. Journal of Information Technology, 22 (3), 284-295. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 16
Keller, C. (2005). Virtual learning environments: Three implementation perspectives. Learning, Media and Technology, 30 (3), 299-311. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 23
Khazanchi, D., & Zigurs I. (2008). From profiles to patterns: A new view of task-technology fit. Information Systems Management, 25 (1), 8-13. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 20
Kira, D., & Saade, R. (2007). Mediating the impact of technology usage on perceived ease of use by anxiety. Computers and Education, 49 (4), 1189-1204. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 16
Kling, R. (2007). What is social informatics and why does it matter? The Information Society, 23 (4), 205-220. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 349
Levin, T., & Wadmany, R. (2005). Changes in educational beliefs and classroom practices of teachers and students in technology-based classrooms. Technology, Pedagogy and Education, 14 (3), 281-307. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 19
Olapiriyakul, K., & Scher, J. (2006). A guide to establishing hybrid learning courses: Employing information technology to create a new learning experience, a case study. The Internet and Higher Education, 9 (4), 287-301. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 23
Protti, D. (2007). Comparison of information technology in general practice in 10 countries. Health Q, 10 (2), 107-116. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 24
Sun, H., & Zhang, P. (2006). The role of moderating factors in user technology acceptance. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, 64 (2), 53-78. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 106
Turk, Z., & Vanier, D. (1994). Internet opportunities for distributed construction information. International Journal of Construction Information Technology, 2 (3), 45-65. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 11
Wilson, T.D. (2006). On user studies and information needs. Journal of Documentation, 62 (6), 658-670. Retrieved August 15, 2010, from Google Scholar.
Times Cited: 543
Library Literature and Information Science Full Text Database
When searching for articles for my information technology bibliography, I liked how the Library Literature and Information Science Full Text Database had a built-in thesaurus, a search history, and the option to print, save, export and cite selections. The database also provided the option to narrow and sort search results. However, I still found it frustrating to navigate the database mostly because the articles needed to complete this assignment had to be cited by at least five scholarly papers. I was able to find many relevant articles in the Library and Information Science Full Text Database but I then discovered that these articles either did not appear in the Social Sciences Citation Index or were not cited by at least five scholarly papers. I think this database could be useful for other assignments, but this was not the most effective database to use for this particular assignment.
Social Sciences Citation Index
I found the Social Sciences Citation Index to be much more user-friendly. This database not only provided the number of times an articled had been cited, but also provided a search history and a marked list which allows users to print, save, or e-mail numerous fields for each selection. The marked list function helped me save a lot of time by automatically collecting the information I needed for the bibliography of each source. When using this database for the assignment, I found it most useful to limit my search results by subject area and sort by times cited after searching “information technology.” This is a database I could see myself using in the future.
Google Scholar
Google Scholar was also very user-friendly. I liked it because it was much more simplistic than the KentLINK databases although advanced search options were available to make searches more detailed. For this particular assignment I would prefer to use Google Scholar since it states the number of times the article has been cited, eliminating the need to use another database to check citing. However, while searching articles for this assignment I did encounter a few distracting advertisements. I also noticed that unlike the KentLINK databases, some of the sources in Google Scholar were not available in full text at no cost making it a disadvantage of Google Scholar.
Conclusion
In conclusion, I am happy to have learned about and utilized several new databases and search engines. I have also been reminded of the importance of considering the information need when conducting an information search in order to save time, energy, and frustration.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Information Technology Bibliography
The following is a bibliography of articles concerning information technology which have been obtained using the Library Literature and Information Science Full Text Database as well as the Social Sciences Citation Index. All articles have been cited by at least five scholarly papers.
Austin, D. (1986). Vocabulary control and information technology. ASLIB Proceedings, 38 (1), 1-15. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 8
Bensaou, M., & Venkatraman, N. (1996). Inter-organizational relationships and information technology: A conceptual synthesis and a research framework. European Journal of Information Systems, 5 (2), 84-91. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 36
Borgman, C.L. (1997). From acting locally to thinking globally: A brief history of library automation. Library Quarterly, 67 (3), 215-249. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 12
Chang, J., Demirhan, D., & Torkzadeh, G. (2006). A contingency model of computer and Internet self-efficacy. Information & Management, 43 (4), 541-550. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 14
Cheung, C., & Limayem, M. (2008). Understanding information systems continuance: The case of Internet-based learning technologies. Information & Management, 45 (4), 227-232. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 11
Christian, M., Curran, K., & Murray, M. (2007). Taking the information to the public through Library 2.0. Library Hi Tech, 25 (2), 288-297. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 11
Cooper, R.B. (2000). Information technology development creativity: A case study of attempted radical change. MIS Quarterly, 24 (2), 245-276. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 27
Dillon, A., & Morris, M.G. (1996). User acceptance of information technology: Theories and models. Annual Review of Information Science and Technology, 31, 3-32. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 34
Elie-Dit-Cosaque, C., Straub, D.W., & Vance, A. (2008). Examining trust in information technology artifacts: The effects of system quality and culture. Journal of Management Information Systems, 24 (4), 73-100. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 11
Khouja, M., & Kumar, R.L. (2002). Information technology investments and volume flexibility in production systems. International Journal of Production Research, 40 (1), 205-221. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 8
Lai, V.S., & Mahapatra, R.K. (1997). Exploring the research in information technology implementation. Information & Management, 32 (4), 187-201. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 26
Lyytinen, K., & Rose, G.M. (2003). The disruptive nature of information technology innovations: The case of Internet computing in systems development organizations. MIS Quarterly, 27 (4), 557-595. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 35
Majchrzak, A., & Wagner, C. (2006). Enabling customer-centricity using wikis and the wiki way. Journal of Management Information Systems, 23 (3), 17-43. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 14
Martin, S.B. (1998). Information technology, employment, and the information sector: Trends in information employment 1970-1995. Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 49 (12), 1053-1069. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 12
Mendelson, H., & Pillai, R.R. (1998). Clockspeed and informational response: Evidence from the information technology industry. Information Systems Research, 9 (4), 415-433. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 36
Oz, E. (2005). Information technology productivity: in search of a definite observation. Information & Management, 42 (6), 789-798. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 14
Pawlowski, S.D., & Robey, D. (2004). Bridging user organizations: Knowledge brokering and the work of information technology professionals. MIS Quarterly, 28 (4), 645-672. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 27
Sidorova, A. (2008). Uncovering the intellectual core of the information systems discipline. MIS Quarterly, 32 (3), 467-482. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 8
Starkweather, W.M., & Wallin, C.C. (1999). Faculty response to library technology: Insights on attitudes. Library Trends, 47 (4), 640-668. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 12
Austin, D. (1986). Vocabulary control and information technology. ASLIB Proceedings, 38 (1), 1-15. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 8
Bensaou, M., & Venkatraman, N. (1996). Inter-organizational relationships and information technology: A conceptual synthesis and a research framework. European Journal of Information Systems, 5 (2), 84-91. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 36
Borgman, C.L. (1997). From acting locally to thinking globally: A brief history of library automation. Library Quarterly, 67 (3), 215-249. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 12
Chang, J., Demirhan, D., & Torkzadeh, G. (2006). A contingency model of computer and Internet self-efficacy. Information & Management, 43 (4), 541-550. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 14
Cheung, C., & Limayem, M. (2008). Understanding information systems continuance: The case of Internet-based learning technologies. Information & Management, 45 (4), 227-232. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 11
Christian, M., Curran, K., & Murray, M. (2007). Taking the information to the public through Library 2.0. Library Hi Tech, 25 (2), 288-297. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 11
Cooper, R.B. (2000). Information technology development creativity: A case study of attempted radical change. MIS Quarterly, 24 (2), 245-276. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 27
Dillon, A., & Morris, M.G. (1996). User acceptance of information technology: Theories and models. Annual Review of Information Science and Technology, 31, 3-32. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 34
Elie-Dit-Cosaque, C., Straub, D.W., & Vance, A. (2008). Examining trust in information technology artifacts: The effects of system quality and culture. Journal of Management Information Systems, 24 (4), 73-100. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 11
Khouja, M., & Kumar, R.L. (2002). Information technology investments and volume flexibility in production systems. International Journal of Production Research, 40 (1), 205-221. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 8
Lai, V.S., & Mahapatra, R.K. (1997). Exploring the research in information technology implementation. Information & Management, 32 (4), 187-201. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 26
Lyytinen, K., & Rose, G.M. (2003). The disruptive nature of information technology innovations: The case of Internet computing in systems development organizations. MIS Quarterly, 27 (4), 557-595. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 35
Majchrzak, A., & Wagner, C. (2006). Enabling customer-centricity using wikis and the wiki way. Journal of Management Information Systems, 23 (3), 17-43. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 14
Martin, S.B. (1998). Information technology, employment, and the information sector: Trends in information employment 1970-1995. Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 49 (12), 1053-1069. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 12
Mendelson, H., & Pillai, R.R. (1998). Clockspeed and informational response: Evidence from the information technology industry. Information Systems Research, 9 (4), 415-433. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 36
Oz, E. (2005). Information technology productivity: in search of a definite observation. Information & Management, 42 (6), 789-798. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 14
Pawlowski, S.D., & Robey, D. (2004). Bridging user organizations: Knowledge brokering and the work of information technology professionals. MIS Quarterly, 28 (4), 645-672. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 27
Sidorova, A. (2008). Uncovering the intellectual core of the information systems discipline. MIS Quarterly, 32 (3), 467-482. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 8
Starkweather, W.M., & Wallin, C.C. (1999). Faculty response to library technology: Insights on attitudes. Library Trends, 47 (4), 640-668. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
Times Cited: 12
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Prints and Photographs Online Catalog
I chose to use Iceland as my location for assignment 7 which is the same location I used for assignment 6. I chose to use the same location because although I studied abroad in Iceland, the courses I took relating to Iceland were biology and geology. Therefore, I have not experienced much of the history of Iceland.
When searching the Prints and Photographs Online Catalog I knew there most likely wouldn’t be many search results for the country I chose. Therefore, I decided I would be satisfied with just about any photographs pertaining to the history of Iceland. I did a general search for “Iceland” in order to retrieve ALL photographs relating to Iceland. Unsurprisingly, this search yielded only 74 search results. Among the results I found were both black and white photographs and colored paintings from historical times of Iceland.
I was curious to see if I would find any prints or photographs of anything I saw and photographed while in Iceland so I could compare the photographs. I immediately recognized the painting of the lava fields as a search result. I have a photograph with similar rock formations at the lava fields which I thought was interesting. I also wondered if the churches in the photographs from the website were some of the same churches I visited on my trip to Iceland. The most intriguing photograph I found during my search was titled “Soldiers of the Iceland base command receiving gift boxes of sweaters and bags containing cigarettes, soap, sewing kits and other comforts from the Cleveland, Ohio, and New Haven, Connecticut, Red Cross chapters.” I was shocked to find a photograph from Iceland that connected to my hometown, especially since there were only 74 search results.
I did not expect to find an abundance of prints and photographs relating to Iceland since it is not a popular location so I was pleasantly surprised even to find 74 search results. I was satisfied when I tested search results for other locations just to be sure I would receive a sufficient number of search results for other, more popular locations. I liked that the search results were relevant and varied. I also liked that the website was simple and easy to use. It was also helpful that I had the option to view the search results in numerous ways such as by list, grid, gallery, or slide. Overall, I am glad I am now aware of this website because it is a great link to original prints and photographs for research purposes.
Bookmarks of prints and photographs can be found at my delicious account: http://delicious.com/crystaltancak
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Flickr
I chose to create a folio of pictures from my study abroad trip to Iceland from May of 2007. This trip was very meaningful to me because it taught me a lot about myself. I was put outside my comfort zone and was able to overcome many fears. It was the first time I was away from my family with an entire group of people I did not know. I did things I had never done before such as riding a horse and hiking through mountains and glaciers. In the end, I learned to live life to the fullest and explore!
I uploaded several pictures on Flickr from my trip to share with others. However, I couldn’t help but feel as though my folio was incomplete. For example, I was very upset that I was not able to see puffins while in Iceland. According to my tour guide we were about one week too early to see the puffins. So, I used Flickr to search for pictures of puffins by typing “puffins” into the search box. I also felt as though I did not have an adequate representation of the capital Reykjavik in my folio so I also searched “Reykjavik” and found several great pictures of the city. Although I am glad I did not encounter any erupting volcanoes in Iceland, I thought it would be appropriate to add pictures of volcanoes to my folio since Iceland is the “land of fire and ice.” To do so I searched “Iceland Volcanoes” and found unbelievable images of volcanoes. Lastly, I searched the terms “Iceland” and “Iceland Waterfalls” to see if I found any other images I wanted to add to my collection. By searching these terms I found many beautiful pictures which captured the glacial lagoons and waterfalls of Iceland. I added the photographs from my search results to the “galleries” section of my Flickr account.
I was very satisfied with my search results. It was simple to search for relevant pictures in Flickr. I now understand the importance of using tags so users can easily find what they desire. I also like the “add to faves” and “add to galleries” features. These features allow users to quickly add photographs to their accounts with just a click of a button. I also liked how Flickr automatically used the file names from my photographs when uploaded to my Flickr account. This saved me a lot of time by not having to rename each photograph. Lastly, I explored the option of printing my photographs. Flickr seems to be a very inexpensive and quick way to upload, share, and print photographs among everything else. This is a service I could really see myself using in the future considering I haven’t printed pictures in over two years because of lack of time and money.
To view my folio, visit:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/crystaltancak
The name of this folio is "Iceland."
I uploaded several pictures on Flickr from my trip to share with others. However, I couldn’t help but feel as though my folio was incomplete. For example, I was very upset that I was not able to see puffins while in Iceland. According to my tour guide we were about one week too early to see the puffins. So, I used Flickr to search for pictures of puffins by typing “puffins” into the search box. I also felt as though I did not have an adequate representation of the capital Reykjavik in my folio so I also searched “Reykjavik” and found several great pictures of the city. Although I am glad I did not encounter any erupting volcanoes in Iceland, I thought it would be appropriate to add pictures of volcanoes to my folio since Iceland is the “land of fire and ice.” To do so I searched “Iceland Volcanoes” and found unbelievable images of volcanoes. Lastly, I searched the terms “Iceland” and “Iceland Waterfalls” to see if I found any other images I wanted to add to my collection. By searching these terms I found many beautiful pictures which captured the glacial lagoons and waterfalls of Iceland. I added the photographs from my search results to the “galleries” section of my Flickr account.
I was very satisfied with my search results. It was simple to search for relevant pictures in Flickr. I now understand the importance of using tags so users can easily find what they desire. I also like the “add to faves” and “add to galleries” features. These features allow users to quickly add photographs to their accounts with just a click of a button. I also liked how Flickr automatically used the file names from my photographs when uploaded to my Flickr account. This saved me a lot of time by not having to rename each photograph. Lastly, I explored the option of printing my photographs. Flickr seems to be a very inexpensive and quick way to upload, share, and print photographs among everything else. This is a service I could really see myself using in the future considering I haven’t printed pictures in over two years because of lack of time and money.
To view my folio, visit:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/crystaltancak
The name of this folio is "Iceland."
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