Harnessing new technologies to boost engagement for library instruction
Times have changed beyond recognition for college librarians: we are no longer thought of as softly-spoken, book stamping people with a bun and a cardigan, and our job titles have changed too: research/information specialists, learning resources tutors, e-librarians and more. We can confidently say that we know a lot about Web 2.0 and new technologies and how good it is... >>
Top 10 tips on how to make your open access research visible online
Here are a number of tips which I feel can help researchers make use of social media and related online activities to maximise the visibility of their research papers. These are based on my personal experiences and I’ve learnt a lot through trying to make my own papers more visible: 1. Be pro-active: For example, for the delivery of a... >>
Open Futures in Open Access
As Heather Morrison describes in her blog post , there is plenty to celebrate in the continuing growth of open access. Here at Jisc we have been supporting emerging open access practices for over a decade. We’re busy building services and communities to support universities to respond to the changing landscape of education and research on a global, networked scale... >>
UK contributes to European Open Access progression
A workshop, held in Barcelona, demonstrated the level of interest in the issues of open access and preservation across Europe. Representatives from the UK, Germany, Estonia, Poland, Spain, Greece, Ireland, and many more gathered. The aim of the workshop was to collaborate with our counterparts in Europe to achieve the vision and recommendations identified in the European Commission Communication on... >>
Exploring open access to save monographs, the question is – how?
You've just spent years researching and then writing your monograph. This is the book that will kick start your career – your proposal was accepted by your top publisher - you got great comments back from the peer reviewers - you've negotiated a great front cover and the blurb is short and snappy. You can't wait to have the book... >>
Supporting colleges to get the most from their technology
The September 2012 AoC Learning Technology Survey Report carries interesting messages for all of us working within further education and in particular for me and the team at Jisc working to support the sector. Although we will be considering the report in detail later this month so we can ensure we meet the changing needs of further education I thought... >>
How has technology helped me during my first year of Uni?
The day I packed my bags and left for University felt like the biggest and most daunting step of my life. I now know that this is from the frightening realisation that occurs in that first night - I am alone - complete independence means being away from the comforts of home and security of parents. Very quickly students have... >>
Wikipedia in universities and colleges?
Here at Jisc we are lucky enough to have a view across the education sectors in teaching, learning and research. I’m delighted to be at the EduWiki Conference this week, which is run by the Wikimedia UK Foundation and brings together educators to discuss how they use Wikipedia in their teaching and Wikipedians who create and edit the content. I... >>
Two universities share experience of curriculum redesign
Savvy students will choose to attend universities and colleges that offer them an excellent student experience. As learners become more discerning about their choice of course they will make use of services such as Unistats to compare courses and the learning experiences of previous students. From the 24 September 2012 when Unistats launch their new website these statistics will also... >>
Jisc and Research Councils UK work to reduce reporting burden on universities
As UK universities face increasing demands to share information with other sector bodies, it is more important than ever that their research reporting systems talk to one another, to ensure their data is accessible and can be collected and processed without duplication. During the academic year 2012-13, Jisc and RCUK will be working to ensure that systems will interoperate to... >>
