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*Apologies for cross-posting* *** (Deep) Web 2.0 Course *** A hands on course, organised by CDG WM, that looks at Web 2.0 technologies and the "deep Web". Topics covered include the following: Part 1: Web 2.0 - what is it? - Wikis, Blogs and RSS - From Friends Reunited to Facebook - Your virtual desktop - social bookmarks and file sharing Part 2: The Deep Web - What is it? When did it start? - Timetables, entertainment listings and dynamic information - Bibliographic databases and library catalogues - Shopping sites, Online calendars, Chat, messaging and fora - Multimedia (or, the importance of metadata): pictures, music and film The course is led by Paula Younger who is currently the Electronic Resources Librarian at Exeter Health Library in Devon. She also does freelance information work from home – mainly involving tracking down obscure facts like how many teeth does the average slug have*. Previous employers include the MoD and the Hokkaido Board of Education. Venue: Aston University Library & Information Services - within walking distance of Birmingham New Street station (see http://www.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/index.jsp) Date: Monday 26th November 2007 Time: 1-5pm with lunch (included) starting from 12noon Accessibility codes: A W Cost: £55 (CDG members) and £60 (CDG non-members) For further information or to book a place on the course please complete the form below and e-mail to Abigail Williams, [log in to unmask] (*27,000, in case you’re wondering.) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- (DEEP) WEB 2.0 COURSE - Monday 26th November 2007 Name: ................................................... Employer: .............................................. Sector (eg: public/academic/specialist).............................................. Will you require a parking space? Yes/No Do you have any dietary requirements? Yes/No If yes, please specify................................................................... Address: ........................................................................... .................................................. ........................................................................... .................................................. Tel: .................................................... Email: .................................................. CILIP Membership No: ............................ Preferred contact method: email / post