Laura's Blog Spot

Hi there,
So I took some time today to experiment with Pod Nova. Interesting - I think that sums it up. I think I have found that absolutely anyone can do a "podcast" about anything! This makes me wonder as people are using the internet to gather information - how do they determine the credability of the source? This will be something that the University and Extension will have to grapple with.

I added the Farm Network to my bloglines account. I plan on doing a little bit more investigating to see what other interesting tidbits I can find. I did try to search for the MN state fair - thinking that tv and radio stations might do smaller stories. All I found was one particular person who had done a number. Since I didn't find him that interesting - I decided against adding it. Ah - the power of choice and technology in one!

I can see this being a great tool with a family member at a distance or deployed. Being able to hear a familiar voice is comforting.

Thanks,
Laura

Posted by Laura Kieser at 1:58 PM | Permalink

I have used google, picasa, shutterfly and winflash to share photos, but have never tried flickr. I have used sites like that to keep in touch with friends and family - as well as sharing the latest "happenings" on our farm. www.fourseasonsfarm.shutterfly.com We also used the same site to share photos from out reip to New Zealand. www.kiesernztrip.shutterfly.com

In regards to Flickr - I think it's neat that a person can leave a note about a particular part of a photo - even more fun to see the same photo after a number of people have commented about it. I wish there was a way to decide which one of these sites was the best - maybe a checklist of their features would be useful.

Thanks!
Laura

Posted by Laura Kieser at 11:06 AM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Howdy,
So I tried my hand at RSS feeds today. It seems simple enough to subscribe to these. I added the Star Tribune South and Ag Buzz. Although I am still confused about a few things.

1. Are these feeds supposed to be connected to my blog somehow?
2. Do they appear in my email, or do I need to go to Blog Lines to look at them?

If you are an expert at RSS feeds, feel free to leave me a bit of advice! I look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks,
Laura

Posted by Laura Kieser at 1:06 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

I can't beleive it - I am blogging! I have seen blogs posted on the web, and often wondered how to get started.

I think this course will be a fantastic way to learn about alternative ways to communicate with folks within Extension as well as reaching a whole new audience that might not be aware of Extension and all of the wonderful programs we offer.

I look forward to learning how to make a blog exciting - and how to make it a place that people want to check out on a regular basis.

Thanks!
Laura

Posted by Laura Kieser at 10:32 AM | Permalink | Comments (1)