Mashups and Action Learning Project Tools

I recently read the chapter in the book on mash ups. I wasn't familiar with this term until reading this chapter. I wasn't even aware that I was using these tools. I use amazon.com often. I also took time to explore the Delicious Library website to see what it had to offer. It allows the users to catalog their CDs, books, etc. This type of service would be useful for knowing exactly what you have in case your collection were damaged or stolen. You would have a complete listing at your fingertips to submit to the insurance company for replacement. Although that does seem like drastic measures. Who really has the time to create an online catalog of their personal belongings? I'm still not really clear on how this could be used in a library. I would like some more hands-on experience with sites like these. I feel like I need to see a few more examples of how mash ups are used before I can really understand their value. I did like the feature on Delicious Library that allows you to see how much your materials are worth. It also allows you to sell them on the site. I'm anxious to see what else is out there. I suppose mash ups are just starting to gain popularity because according to the discussion boards, many people had never heard of them.

Also, I did start filling out my Action Learning Project Planning tool worksheet today. I like the way these sheets help you think through the process. It allows me to break my project into steps so that it doesn't seem so overwhelming. I do need to get started as soon as possible. I still do not know what software I want to present to the faculty. So far, the sessions that Mrs. Jones present only last approximately 20 minutes each. She is presenting tomorrow on Destiny Quest (how to use the new library online catalog). However, I will not be able to attend because the 6th grade is going on a field trip to the Renaissance Festival. I'm planning on going to next Tuesday's lesson so that I can see how she presents this material to the teachers. I will hopefully gain some understanding of what I will need to research and how I should present.