Podcast addict

Yes, it's true. I am a podcast addict! If I'm in my car or on our treadmill or on a walk, I'm usually listening to a podcast. I love my iPod and the ability to take tons of music and broadcasting content wherever I go. If you're not very familiar with podcasts, I hope this week's Project Play post will help you learn more about this wonderful format.

I've been working on the "Enhancing Library Services via Podcasts, Screencasts, and Vodcasts" LSTA grant we were awarded this year. The grant will enable us to purchase the equipment and software needed to create podcasts, screencasts, and vodcasts. We will use this equipment and software to create instructional resources for patrons on how to use InfoSoup and its associated resources. In addition, we will provide training and support for OWLS member libraries to create their own online resources to share with their patrons. We'll have a "casting station" at OWLS in our meeting room, and a traveling "casting kit" that will be loaned to our member libraries for their use.

It's so exciting to think about all of the possibilities this grant will open up for us! I've been purchasing equipment and software this week and can't wait to get it all here, so I can start learning how to use it all and prep training for all of you. Stay tuned, 'cuz there's lots more to come!