Archive for Web 2.0
This month’s ASTD Learning Circuit’s Blog Big Question is “How do I communicate the value of social media as a learning tool to my organization?”Here are several ways to help sell Social Media in an organization. Address a Business NeedThe most important element in communicating the value of Social Media is to solve a pressing […]
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Leave a Comment (1) →Here are some posts about the various uses of Web 2.0 in corporate settings. Web 2.0 and SharePoint Pedia Palooza A Pharmaceutical Leveraging Web 2.0 –In a Big Way The Right Place to Find Help: ASTD’s Big Question Tear Down the Walls: Web 2.0 Extends Class Informal Learning: Structuring a Blog Some informal learning resources […]
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Leave a Comment (1) →Anna Owens says “MySpace has one population, Facebook has another.” Is your socio-economic status reflected in your favorite social networking software? A recent study seems to indicate a resounding YES. Check out the full article Does your social class determine your online social network? Here are some highlights (or lowlights depending on how you look […]
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Leave a Comment (1) →A study recently released by Dr. Tracy Alloway of Scotland’s University of Stirling found that using Facebook stretches a person’s “working memory” (short-term or recent memory), while Twitter, YouTube and text messaging tend to weaken it. Bad news for all you Twanker’s in a Twance.* She states in the article, Facebook ‘enhances intelligence’ but Twitter […]
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Leave a Comment (5) →I’ve always enjoyed Common Craft videos and as of a few months ago, they’ve created a new business model in which educators (and others) can purchase a high quality versions of the videos and either post them on the web or download for use in classroom or training room. Seems like a great business model […]
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Leave a Comment (1) →Over at the Online Degree web site, I recently was pointed to couple of interesting items. The first is a list of 100 Essential Web 2.0 Tools for Teachers. A good list of some great web sites and technologies (for teachers and others.) Also is a list of online universities and brief descriptions on the […]
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Leave a Comment (1) →The other day, I received the following question in a comment on this blog. I work of a medium size company (200 employees).I want to create either a Wiki or Blog to share training tips. For example, as a new system rolls-out, I want to set-up a place to share tips, questions, and discoveries, with […]
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Leave a Comment (1) →Here are few things to consider if you want to help your organization adopt social media tools for learning. Cultural influences in terms of sharing and open information is more important than the technology. An atmosphere of sharing is required for Social Media to be adopted. If people feel they will be punished or “get […]
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Leave a Comment (4) →Social media has many upsides but it also has a few downsides as well. Their is certainly value in many people creating all types of videos and you can find all types of good information on YouTube and other video sites but…you can also find some…not so good material and here is a parody of […]
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Leave a Comment (4) →Dr. Doll discussing the 3D Internet. Our bi-annual Corporate Advisory Council (CAC) has started. We kicked off a little differently this year, we had Dr. Doll present a mini-workshop about Web 3.0 and provides great insights into the concept. His blog to support the presentation is available here. Dr. Doll providing CAC members a glimpse […]
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