This week in Web 2.0 101 we explored popular social networking sites, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and MySpace. I can see the potential usefulness of using social networking sites to connect and keep up with friends, as well as library colleagues. However, for me, the jury is still out as to whether libraries should invest fully in a Facebook or MySpace page. I’d be more interested in hearing whether students are receptive to the idea of libraries and librarians having Facebook and MySpace pages and whether they would use them or not. Given the personal (and yes, often explicit) nature of some Facebook pages, I also wonder if students would feel comfortable connecting with their campus librarian this way. I’m not critiquing libraries or librarians that try to connect with students through social networking sites. However, I’m not sure if it would be right for me.
Tags: Facebook, LinkedIn, MySpace, social networking
