Thing 13

As I've read in a few other blogs, I am also a fan of using "favorites" or "bookmarks." Even at home, I've experienced losing my sites when there were computer difficulties. After it's fixed, I have to try to get back those sites I've lost. I've also noticed that once more than one person on a home computer is using the favorites/bookmarking option, they do add up pretty quickly and then it can be a game of "Where's Waldo" or finding a needle in a haystack while scrolling down a long list. I like the idea that those sites will stay intact and can be accessed from any computer through social bookmarking.

I also like the idea of tagging. Instead of searching down that long list, a keyword can be typed in to bring up the relevant sites in mind. I very much like the organization aspect. Another positive aspect is sharing with our learning/teaching community. To be able to share and search worthy sites seems like it will be a time saver. A disadvantage to tagging, however, could be subjectiveness or a matter of opinion. Each individual may not choose the same tags, which could lead to sites that are not wanted. I'm not that familiar with tagging, so I think I will keep the Thirteen Tips for Effective Tagging in mind when I begin Thing 14!