Using Tagging and Using Tagging and Bookmarking in Bookmarking in School LibrariesSchool Libraries

By: Carolyn RoseBy: Carolyn Rose

Definition of Tagging• Keyword used to

identify a piece of information such as a web page. Tags can be used for social bookmarking and as a device to ping search engines.

Definition of Bookmarking

• Social bookmarking is a method for Internet users to share, organize, search, and manage bookmarks of web resources.

Why Bookmark and Tag?

• Creates instant access to websites that would be appropriate for students

• Organizes informational websites for student use when doing research

• Allows access to educational games that would be age appropriate for students.

The Benefits of Tagging• Speeds up research• Takes you directly to a topic,

picture, or video• Brings into focus the main search

Things you can tag• Pictures• Videos• Resources• Books• Games

Tagging and Bookmarking is Fun!!!