LM_NET: Library Media Networking
Monitoring LM_NET was a requirement in three of my classes while I was in
grad school at the University of Oklahoma. I began monitoring in 1995 and
have been a "junkie" ever since. I believe that it gave me the opportunity
to see that I was not the only person facing some of the same challenges
and it allowed me to ask questions, voice my opinions, and learn from
others in the process.
I agree that utilizing the Archives is the best way to start the search and
it is very important to let others know what you've done so far. For
those who don't wish to respond or feel that they don't have the time, the
delete key is available; however, it is unfortunate that we are not offered
the wisdom of those who feel that they don't want to respond to issues
because it appears to be "a dumb question" that anyone should be able to
answer. Sometimes the best tool to success of ourselves is the continual
reminder from those who have walked the miles and have had the experience
from which to draw.
I have yet to gain the wisdom that many of you have at this time. The
older I get, the more I feel that I don't understand nearly enough about my
profession. I may offer suggestions, provide resource ideas, or direct,
but I still feel that there are others who really know and understand the
research process. You know the resources! I appreciate all of you for
your efforts and I applaud you for helping us all.
For those who are just beginning, I wish you luck and I support your
efforts! I remember those days as a new librarian and I sometimes long for
them! You will have a wonderful time learning your profession and you will
inspire and awe many in the process. You will be given the title of
"information guru" or "knowledge keeper" and, in time, you will humbly note
to a few close friends that you don't know everything but you certainly are
willing to help others locate the information they need....that is what
makes a great librarian! Assist others in the effort to locate information
and never forget from whence you came.
(....off my cloud)
Shonda Brisco
Assistant Professor / Librarian
Mary L. Williams Curriculum Materials Library
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma
bshonda@okstate.edu
405-744-9769
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