I like the definition of a wiki as being a web site that is built through collaboration of the creators and the users.
I think HCPL could benefit from having wikis like the one developed by St. Joseph County Public Library http://www.libraryforlife.org/subjectguides/index.php/Main_Page
This wiki links to websites and databases by subject, all in one easy place. It would be an easy way for newly found websites on a subject to be added.
I also like the use of the wiki format for book discussion groups. What a great place for patrons or librarians to do readers advisory. If patrons don't want to add their thoughts on a book to the wiki themselves, a librarian could certain do it for them. It might be a quick way to get patron reviews on their favorite books, or on books being read in book clubs.
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