One of the things we are supposed to be talking about regarding Youtube is the possible applications for the library. I think we could take Youtube back to its "how-to" roots and make short videos (maybe longer than 12 seconds, Chris) on how to reserve a computer or how to access one's account and renew a book online....
Someone who works for SPL posted to Twitter recently about the new Melrose Place and how she wants to be left with her memories. I completely understand that as I am incensed that somebody decided to tamper with one of the greatest shows of my childhood: Land of the Lost. While I agree that Will Ferrell is a logical choice, the trailer is completely horrible and stupid. John laughs his butt off every time the commercial comes on and I go into a rant. I'm sorry. The show is pure cheese, and you just can't replicate it. It is just wrong. For those of you who know nothing of the show (like John) or who do remember and want to reminisce, here is the intro:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0MRU1f2SJ0&feature=related
(unfortunately, the embedding is disabled upon request, so you'll have to click on the link)
What do you think? Did you get your weekly calcium intake just by watching that? I remember my little sister and I glued to the set each week before doing our Saturday chores. It just doesn't get any better than that.
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We just switched to the new PC Reservation system at ARC--oh how I long for a video to explain it to patrons. 25 times a day is killing me!
ReplyDeleteI hadn't read this post yet when I suggested to you a "virtual" tour of the library, but it fits right in with your suggestion of short "how to..." videos!
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