JISC is exploring how learners are currently using Web 2.0 technologies in innovative ways and how emergent technologies might improve the efficiency of administrative processes and systems in Further and Higher Education.

Web 2.0

Web 2.0 refers to innovative online tools designed to enhance communication and collaboration. These include social networking sites, blogs, wikis and user-generated taxonomies or ‘folksonomies'. While potential benefits continue to emerge, Web 2.0 is already providing users with greater flexibility and access to information.
 
Key issues include institutional support of Web 2.0 technologies; the effects of sometimes insecure, instant messaging; and loss of control over content. JISC is exploring how learners are currently using Web 2.0 technologies in innovative ways and how emergent technologies might improve the efficiency of administrative processes and systems in Further and Higher Education.

Key web 2.0 activities

16 Programmes
45 Projects
  • Study of the effective use of social software to support student learning and engagement This study investigated the effective use of social software by Further and Higher Education in the UK to support student learning and engagement. The main deliverables of the study was 26 case...

  • Kingston uplift for business education This project aims to develop and evaluate models of good practice in using technology to transform the teaching, learning and assessment in higher-level business education delivered at Kingston...

  • Towards implementation of Library 2.0 and the e-Framework This project will contribute to the JISC Libraries of the Future initiative and the implementation of the JISC Information Environment by investigating developments in Library 2.0 services, within...

  • Dynamic learning maps Navigable Dynamic Learning Maps will be developed and evaluated to assist students and staff in actively mapping learning by drawing on formal curricular and personalised learning records, supported...

  • Next Generation Embryology This project will create a first prototype that shows it is possible to organise teaching material for embryology by referencing it via 3D reconstructions of embryo models.

3 Services
  • Technology and Standards Watch (TechWatch) TechWatch anticipates developments in information and communication technologies that might have high impact on the core business of Further and Higher Education in five to ten years' time.

  • UKOLN UKOLN is a research organisation that aims to inform practice and influence policy in the areas of: digital libraries, information systems, bibliographic management, and web technologies.

  • JISC TechDis JISC TechDis is the leading educational advisory service providing advice and guidance on technology and disability to promote an accessible and inclusive experience for students and staff. JISC...

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