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23 Mobile Things Group Completes Their 23 Things . . . and then some

The first group of participants in the 23 Mobile Things program have completed their tasks.  While not all of the group managed to finish the program, we did have about half who did, despite the holidays and the renovation preparations.

The participants were very active, tweeting and sharing documents, posting photos and even watching some movies.  We discussed social media and online safety, shared images from our workplaces, and created some QR codes for our favorite websites.  The group also found some interesting apps for their 24th thing, and we found some things that just didn't work for us.

All in all a great learning experience for these intrepid explorers, some valuable lessons learned and some great resources shared.  Thanks to all who participated and especially those who made it to the end.

23 Mobile Things is Here (almost)!

23 Mobile Things is a self-paced learning program that will identify 23 types of apps for mobile devices.  These include many of the most popular apps like Pinterest or Instagram, but also apps that are related to our work at the library and apps to help our customers.  We hope this will be an informative and fun introduction to using mobile devices and they possibilities they present. 

All EPFL staff members are welcome to participate in this program, although it is strongly recommended for public service staff.   Each session of the program will be limited to 25 participants.  Participants are strongly encouraged to BYOD (bring your own device) although we will be focusing on using iPads and tablets rather than phones.  Staff can also use the iPad that was provided for their location/branch or borrow an iPad from Systems.  You also need to know how to find, download, and install an app on your device from whatever source you use. 

We will provide you with a list of the 23 things and suggestions for using them, but it is really up to you to explore the options and see what works for you.  We will be sharing a variety of app types, including social media, curation, e-books, and even music.  We’ll also be looking at apps which you can use daily, like checking email on your device and even setting up a mobile meeting.   There are a lot of options for exploration and experimentation, with the goal of determining which will work best for you professionally and personally.  You may use many of these apps already, but we hope you’ll find new ways to use them, especially for your job and as customer service tools.

You must complete 15 of the 23 things to receive credit for the program, so it is a commitment.  However,  it is (roughly)  one hour a week and you can earn up to 24 hours of CEU credit if you complete the entire program.

If you are interested, you MUST complete the initial "thing" which will be an overview of the program and a discussion about online identity and privacy.

There will be two sessions of this first class, and you will need access to a computer because we are presenting the class via Blackboard  to get you into the right "techie" mood (and so you don't have to come downtown).  When you register we'll give you more information about how to access the Blackboard for your session.

Thing 1 - Online Identity

Thursday, September 10 
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.  

Tuesday, September 15
1:30 - 2:30 p.m


If you are interested, but cannot attend either session let us know and if there is enough interest we may run a third section of the class.

To register for Thing 1 and the 23 Mobile Things program, send an email to SD&T.

Coming Soon - 23 Mobile Things

23 Mobile Things

23 Mobile Things is a self-paced learning program that will identify 23 types of apps for mobile devices.  These include many of the most popular apps like Pinterest or Instagram, but also apps that are related to our work at the library and apps to help our customers.  We hope this will be an informative and fun introduction to using mobile devices and they possibilities they present. 

Who Can Participate?

All EPFL staff members are welcome to participate in this program, although it is strongly recommended for public service staff.   Each session of the program will be limited to 25 participants.

What Do I Need?

Participants are strongly encouraged to BYOD (bring your own device) although we will be focusing on using iPads and tablets rather than phones.  Staff can also use the iPad that was provided for their location/branch or borrow an iPad from Systems.  You also need to know how to find, download, and install an app on your device from whatever source you use. 

HOW WILL THIS WORK?

We will provide you with a list of the 23 things and suggestions for using them, but it is really up to you to explore the options and see what works for you.  We will be sharing a variety of app types, including social media, curation, e-books, and even music.  We’ll also be looking at apps which you can use daily, like checking email on your device and even setting up a mobile meeting. 

There are a lot of options for exploration and experimentation, with the goal of determining which will work best for you professionally and personally.  You may use many of these apps already, but we hope you’ll find new ways to use them, especially for your job and as customer service tools.

IS THIS ELIGIBLE FOR CREDIT HOURS?

Yes, you can earn up to 24 hours.

Check back soon for more details!