Wikis, didn't think much about wikis until now! Must admit had a previous experience with wikis but wasn't sold on the idea. The thought of remembering another password just was too hard, email was easier but as explained all the info is scattered and repeated in every one's inbox with emails. So hopefully I won't repeat this negativity next time someone suggests a Wiki! I can see many uses for Wikis for the community, patrons and librarians.The fact that any individual is allowed to create, add/edit any entry may be a hard concept to get used too but this is what makes a wiki special.
Community wiki on our website would be a great asset as it would promote upcoming events, local history input, places to go etc making it a great community resource.We are currently updating our website so this is very timely discussion.
Patrons would also benefit if a wiki was included as part of catalogue system where they could read reviews by other readers helping them make informed selections."Worldcat" is offering this on their site http://http://www.worldcat.org/. I enjoyed the specific Booklovers Wiki offered by Princeton Library with the raffle prizes.
In the workplace wikis offer the ability for staff to view and edit a document all on one site therefore eliminating the repetition that usually surrounds a email forum.
A great way to share ideas quickly.
Everyone goes on about the validation of information put in a Wiki. I suppose you have to start out with the assumption that the information on a Wiki is more questionable than for example an encyclopedia which has taken many experts and much cross referencing to compile but as a teaching tool and general information I think it serves us well.
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