I've not taken any classes on LibraryJuice mainly because I find their
course descriptions too thin. The Data Management course has a better
description than most, but perhaps I've been spoiled by Coursera where I
can see a syllabus, schedule, and materials before deciding to pay any
fees. I'm wondering, those of you who have taken a LibraryJuice course,
what attracted you to it and how did the experience match or differ from
your expectations?

Dave

On Wed, Oct 28, 2015 at 2:58 AM, Folds, Dusty <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Yes, I concur with these comments. Just be aware of the time commitment
> that will be involved. That's where I ran into problems, too.
>
> Dusty
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
> REESE-HORNSBY, TWYLA
> Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2015 1:47 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Library Juice - thoughts?
>
> I started a course (Introduction to XML) through Library Juice a year
> ago.  I wasn't able to finish it due to some personal challenges but I
> still have access to the archived class which is great.  Like Patricia, I
> found the content very useful but underestimated how much time I needed to
> read and study the material.  Four weeks goes fast! The instructor also
> scheduled times to meet online for questions.
>
> I did have trouble getting used to the Moodle platform but I think it has
> since been upgraded to be more user friendly.
>
> I am seriously considering taking another course in the near future.
>
> Best,
>
> Twyla Reese-Hornsby
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
> Patricia Farnan
> Sent: Monday, October 26, 2015 9:40 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Library Juice - thoughts?
>
> I recently did a course through Library Juice on PHP & APIs, and I found
> it really useful and easy to follow (well, easy for my poor brain to
> follow. I still had to re-read my notes and re-listen to certain parts of
> each video, to really let things sink in). The instructor was very good at
> staying in touch with students and interacting.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
> BWS Johnson
> Sent: Tuesday, 27 October 2015 4:14 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Library Juice - thoughts?
>
> Salvete!
>
>      I'm going to be exceedingly naughty in replying to this. I used to
> teach a course on Koha for Rory, so obviously I'm heavily biased.
>
>      I taught twice, and as a fringe perq, he let instructors take certain
> courses gratis.
>
>      I would say overall that you're in for a treat. When it first started
> it was a small experimental thing. A lot of the students' experiences
> varied widely by how much they participated and which instructor they
> selected. Rory has gone out of his way over the years to solidify the
> lineup so that you get a good instructor. Compared to my University, they
> are WAY cheaper. They weren't as comprehensive as my University, but hey,
> that would be a really high bar. Also, they're designed with someone that's
> working full time in mind.
>
>
>      As far as I know, they're still using Moodle, so if you're familiar
> with that platform, you'll be right at home.
>
>      The time commitment will vary by course, as well. I bet that Rory
> would give you your instructor's email in advance to feel things out and
> see how heavy the workload might be.
>
>      So yeah, go for it!
>
> Hope this helped,
> Brooke
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