Thing 13: Learning about Wikis

Today in Library 2.0 we are learning about wikis and looking at how they have been used in libraries. Of the samples we were given, I liked how wikis were used for 1) book reviews/discussions (like BookLovers Wiki), 2) conference sharing, and 3) program idea sharing. I could see VBPL using a wiki any time collaborative work needs to be done, for example, the SRP team could use one to share ideas for programs, publicity, sponsorships, etc. We could also create group specific wikis for our patrons to discuss their interests: the Otaku Anime Club could create one defining and discussing the different characters/genres of anime, the garden club could create one to share information about growing plants in Hampton Roads, we could even have an old movie wiki...but maybe I am going overboard and recreating the wheel? hmmn...I need to find out what is already out there and being used by these groups. Will let you know what I found out in Thing 14...