Thursday, June 26, 2008

About YouTube

Look at the video I selected from YouTube (Mr Bean - Library). We can always use a good laugh working in a library. As you are watching, you can probably think of a patron or two (or more, now that's scary) that comes to mind. Enjoy!

YouTube is easy to use if you know what you are looking for. Yes, there are many uploads every day - it can be a daunting experience. My boys watch their favorite gaming characters become alive with special animation effects and today's popular music. It is very amusing.

Yes, YouTube can be used in a library. We can place commercials (think Summer Reading program) on it. Also, we can videotape children's reading programs and place them on our site as well. A lot of working parents cannot bring their child to the actual reading, but if it was on our site, then they can watch it and read it together in the comfort of their home, anytime.

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