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Topic: What are the issues involved with using social networks for professional development in the workplace?
language used, must maintain professional standards
Quality and availability of equipment and internet connection
Video conferencing- bad hair day
Gives away location of user
Slow in uploading video messages
Topic: How do Web 2.0 tools (blogs, wikis, podcasts and video lectures) complement such social networks?
Lots of tools available
Slow usage rates
Topic: How is a work-related social network developed and sustained?
Hard to maintain with poor internet connections or with people with inferior equipment or none at all, relying on text messages!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Assessment 2 Sustaining an online community
Key words
Social network-
Any website designed to allow multiple users to publish content themselves. The information may be on any subject and may be for consumption by (potential) friends, mates, employers, employees, etc. The sites typically allow users to create a "profile" describing themselves and to exchange public or private messages and list other users or groups they are connected to in some way. There may be editorial content or the site may be entirely user-driven. Content may include text, images (e.g. (http://flickr.com/)), video (e.g. (http://youtube.com/)) or any other media.
Social networks on the web are a natural extension of mailing lists and bulletin boards. They are related to wikis like (http://wikipedia.org/) but typically do not allow users to modify content once it has been submitted, though usually you can publish comments on others' submissions.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/social+network
Professional development-
Main Entry: professional development
Part of Speech: n
Definition: the advancement of skills or expertise to succeed in a particular profession, esp. through continued education
Example: They got a day off when the teachers had a professional development day.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/professional+development
Web 2.0-
Main Entry: web 2.0
Part of Speech: n
Definition: the second generation of the World Wide Web in which content is user-generated and dynamic, and software is offered that mimics desktop programs
Example: Web 2.0 encourages collaboration and communication between users.
Etymology: 2004
Dictionary.com's 21st Century Lexicon
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Web+2.0
blog
n. A weblog.
intr.v. blogged, blog•ging, blogs
To write entries in, add material to, or maintain a weblog.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
- http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Blog
Micro-blog-
Main Entry: microblogging
Part of Speech: n
Definition: short posts to a personal blog, esp. about happenings of the moment
Example: Microblogging is often done from one's cell phone or instant messenger service.
Etymology: 2002
Usage: also microblog, n., v.; microblogger, n.
Dictionary.com's 21st Century Lexicon
Copyright © 2003-2009 Dictionary.com, LLC
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/microblogging
Wiki-
n. pl. wi•kis
A collaborative website whose content can be edited by anyone who has access to it.
[Originally an abbreviation of WikiWikiWeb, software developed by American computer programmer Howard G. Cunningham (born 1949) : Hawaiian wikiwiki, quick + web.]
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
Cite This Source
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/wiki
Mash-up
mash-up
n. An audio recording that is a composite of samples from other recordings, usually from different musical styles.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
- http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mash+up
Social network-
Any website designed to allow multiple users to publish content themselves. The information may be on any subject and may be for consumption by (potential) friends, mates, employers, employees, etc. The sites typically allow users to create a "profile" describing themselves and to exchange public or private messages and list other users or groups they are connected to in some way. There may be editorial content or the site may be entirely user-driven. Content may include text, images (e.g. (http://flickr.com/)), video (e.g. (http://youtube.com/)) or any other media.
Social networks on the web are a natural extension of mailing lists and bulletin boards. They are related to wikis like (http://wikipedia.org/) but typically do not allow users to modify content once it has been submitted, though usually you can publish comments on others' submissions.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/social+network
Professional development-
Main Entry: professional development
Part of Speech: n
Definition: the advancement of skills or expertise to succeed in a particular profession, esp. through continued education
Example: They got a day off when the teachers had a professional development day.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/professional+development
Web 2.0-
Main Entry: web 2.0
Part of Speech: n
Definition: the second generation of the World Wide Web in which content is user-generated and dynamic, and software is offered that mimics desktop programs
Example: Web 2.0 encourages collaboration and communication between users.
Etymology: 2004
Dictionary.com's 21st Century Lexicon
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Web+2.0
blog
n. A weblog.
intr.v. blogged, blog•ging, blogs
To write entries in, add material to, or maintain a weblog.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
- http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Blog
Micro-blog-
Main Entry: microblogging
Part of Speech: n
Definition: short posts to a personal blog, esp. about happenings of the moment
Example: Microblogging is often done from one's cell phone or instant messenger service.
Etymology: 2002
Usage: also microblog, n., v.; microblogger, n.
Dictionary.com's 21st Century Lexicon
Copyright © 2003-2009 Dictionary.com, LLC
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/microblogging
Wiki-
n. pl. wi•kis
A collaborative website whose content can be edited by anyone who has access to it.
[Originally an abbreviation of WikiWikiWeb, software developed by American computer programmer Howard G. Cunningham (born 1949) : Hawaiian wikiwiki, quick + web.]
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
Cite This Source
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/wiki
Mash-up
mash-up
n. An audio recording that is a composite of samples from other recordings, usually from different musical styles.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
- http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mash+up
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Assessment 2 Sustaining an online community
Twitter -Share and discover what’s happening right now, anywhere in the world.
http://twitter.com/#search?q=billywilljam
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a @vickis2426 What issues involved with using social networks for professional development in workplace? #violetpod
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a @vickis2426 Issue for social networks for PD at work, can't access site as it is blocked #violetpod
billywilljam: @vickis2426 How do Web 2.0 tools (blogs, wikis, podcasts and video lectures) complement such social networks?#violetpod
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a@vickis2426 the correct tool allows for the required message to be delivered without running out of spac #violetpod
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a @vickis2426 How is a work-related social network developed and sustained? #violetpod
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a @vickis2426 develop Common goal/need identified, sustain current&relevant topics, positive interactions #violetpod
http://twitter.com/#search?q=billywilljam
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a @vickis2426 What issues involved with using social networks for professional development in workplace? #violetpod
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a @vickis2426 Issue for social networks for PD at work, can't access site as it is blocked #violetpod
billywilljam: @vickis2426 How do Web 2.0 tools (blogs, wikis, podcasts and video lectures) complement such social networks?#violetpod
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a@vickis2426 the correct tool allows for the required message to be delivered without running out of spac #violetpod
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a @vickis2426 How is a work-related social network developed and sustained? #violetpod
billywilljam: @my_new_startup @jan1985a @vickis2426 develop Common goal/need identified, sustain current&relevant topics, positive interactions #violetpod
Assessment 2 Sustaining an online community
Facebook helps you connect and share with the people in your life.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/My-New-Startup/148998134101
Topic: What are the issues involved with using social networks for professional development in the workplace?
'Social networking sites are currently blocked on my workplace's network to increase productivity and reduce distractions'
To ensure content control (a bit like Big Brother) the Dept at my workplace is developing its own social networking site and software to support the sharing of resources. This way the professional development content can be maintained and controlled by policy...
Other issues may involve:
* the level of use of the technology, it could be a drama for people to use the social network if they don't have much experience
*'Netiquette' people SHOUTING, they dont realise the impact of using capitals!
*staying on task.......
Topic: How do Web 2.0 tools (blogs, wikis, podcasts and video lectures) complement such social networks?
Wed 2.0 tools complement social networks as they allow for expression using different types of media. Some people are visual learners, others audio, others need to actually 'do' the activity and some are a mix. The tools available allow the user to get their message across in a format that suits them. They might find that they can reach a bigger audience by using a different tool. These options in tool use give the user multiple ways of finding understanding of content. Instead of reading instructions they can watch an instructional demonstration!!! Sounds good to me!
Topic: How is a work-related social network developed and sustained?
As a person with a short attention span I see the development of a work-related social network and its sustainability depends greatly on the level of activity and content offered. As we have been shown by this subject there is so much information available that if something does not take our interest then we can quickly replace it with something else.
For a 'work-related' 'social' network to be successful:
* the goal of the network needs to be relevant, defined and of upmost importance
*it has to offer something that the 'workers' are not getting from their actual place of work!
*ownership is also important for people to continue to utilise and develop the network.
* the users have got to want to use the network.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/My-New-Startup/148998134101
Topic: What are the issues involved with using social networks for professional development in the workplace?
'Social networking sites are currently blocked on my workplace's network to increase productivity and reduce distractions'
To ensure content control (a bit like Big Brother) the Dept at my workplace is developing its own social networking site and software to support the sharing of resources. This way the professional development content can be maintained and controlled by policy...
Other issues may involve:
* the level of use of the technology, it could be a drama for people to use the social network if they don't have much experience
*'Netiquette' people SHOUTING, they dont realise the impact of using capitals!
*staying on task.......
Topic: How do Web 2.0 tools (blogs, wikis, podcasts and video lectures) complement such social networks?
Wed 2.0 tools complement social networks as they allow for expression using different types of media. Some people are visual learners, others audio, others need to actually 'do' the activity and some are a mix. The tools available allow the user to get their message across in a format that suits them. They might find that they can reach a bigger audience by using a different tool. These options in tool use give the user multiple ways of finding understanding of content. Instead of reading instructions they can watch an instructional demonstration!!! Sounds good to me!
Topic: How is a work-related social network developed and sustained?
As a person with a short attention span I see the development of a work-related social network and its sustainability depends greatly on the level of activity and content offered. As we have been shown by this subject there is so much information available that if something does not take our interest then we can quickly replace it with something else.
For a 'work-related' 'social' network to be successful:
* the goal of the network needs to be relevant, defined and of upmost importance
*it has to offer something that the 'workers' are not getting from their actual place of work!
*ownership is also important for people to continue to utilise and develop the network.
* the users have got to want to use the network.
Topic 10 Exercise 1
Exercise 1 Social networks case study
1. Who is following who?
a. D is following S, V & B
b. S is following D
c. V is following no-one
d. B is following D, V & S
2. Mapping POD as a matrix of connections
* D S V B
D 0 1 1 1
S 1 0 0 0
V 0 0 0 0
B 1 1 1 0
In the assignment the class was given the option to use another set of data that could be used. It is as follows:
1 follows 3 and 4
2 follows 1, 2 and 3
3 follows no-one
4 follows 2 only
The supplied data does differ to the data found in plotting the “following” of users of another social network (my POD group). In the Violet POD two participants were following everyone in the group. One was only following D and at the time V was not participating. This result is different to that of the data supplied. A point to note that in the supplied data is that not one person is following everyone in the group, compared to the POD group with two of its members following the work of all of its members.
I am of the option that the trend of followers does change. What prompts these changes could include a range of issues such as relevance, content, creativity, language used and adaptability of information. I see these issues as the guidelines for success of a social network, if the application used in the network is not user friendly then it won’t be successful (maybe this is what user V and 3 found). Perhaps the users 4 and S thought that the content, creativity and expression of only one person in their group related to their own needs. B and D may have found all facets that made up the network useful and that is why they followed all of the members.
1. Who is following who?
a. D is following S, V & B
b. S is following D
c. V is following no-one
d. B is following D, V & S
2. Mapping POD as a matrix of connections
* D S V B
D 0 1 1 1
S 1 0 0 0
V 0 0 0 0
B 1 1 1 0
In the assignment the class was given the option to use another set of data that could be used. It is as follows:
1 follows 3 and 4
2 follows 1, 2 and 3
3 follows no-one
4 follows 2 only
The supplied data does differ to the data found in plotting the “following” of users of another social network (my POD group). In the Violet POD two participants were following everyone in the group. One was only following D and at the time V was not participating. This result is different to that of the data supplied. A point to note that in the supplied data is that not one person is following everyone in the group, compared to the POD group with two of its members following the work of all of its members.
I am of the option that the trend of followers does change. What prompts these changes could include a range of issues such as relevance, content, creativity, language used and adaptability of information. I see these issues as the guidelines for success of a social network, if the application used in the network is not user friendly then it won’t be successful (maybe this is what user V and 3 found). Perhaps the users 4 and S thought that the content, creativity and expression of only one person in their group related to their own needs. B and D may have found all facets that made up the network useful and that is why they followed all of the members.
Topic 9.2
Research and evaluation in Government 2.0
Participatory democracy strives to create opportunities for all members of a political group to make meaningful contributions to decision-making, and seeks to broaden the range of people who have access to such opportunities.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Participatory_democracy
Twitter in Government- Australia to follow the UK Governments lead in using Twitter as a Government tool. The theory is that Twitter will help the Government to improving online engagement with citizens, information dissemination, and collaboration across government!
http://www.gov2.com.au/wiki-for-government
Supporter of Government 2.0?
Looks like it is going to happen regardless....after the Gov2.0 conference held in Canberra 19 Oct 2009 the following was at the end of the home page on the Gov2.com.au website.....
You can stil participate now the conference is over
• The Gov 2.0 Twitter wall is still active. Add to the conversation by using the #gov2 Twitter hashtag.
• View photos taken during the Gov 2.0 conference on Flickr.
• You may also want to join our Gov 2.0 Australia Linkedin group.
• We will have videos uploaded shortly...
The Governments use of the Web2.0 tools was bound to happen. Why wouldn’t they utilise the same applications as private business and the community? What a better way to seem ‘in touch’ with the countries people? As for the movement of Government information into the public domain, well we will see the outcomes in the future; it’s a bit like the unforseen repercussions of personal information on Facebook or an oil spill, we will clean it up later.......
Participatory democracy strives to create opportunities for all members of a political group to make meaningful contributions to decision-making, and seeks to broaden the range of people who have access to such opportunities.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Participatory_democracy
Twitter in Government- Australia to follow the UK Governments lead in using Twitter as a Government tool. The theory is that Twitter will help the Government to improving online engagement with citizens, information dissemination, and collaboration across government!
http://www.gov2.com.au/wiki-for-government
Supporter of Government 2.0?
Looks like it is going to happen regardless....after the Gov2.0 conference held in Canberra 19 Oct 2009 the following was at the end of the home page on the Gov2.com.au website.....
You can stil participate now the conference is over
• The Gov 2.0 Twitter wall is still active. Add to the conversation by using the #gov2 Twitter hashtag.
• View photos taken during the Gov 2.0 conference on Flickr.
• You may also want to join our Gov 2.0 Australia Linkedin group.
• We will have videos uploaded shortly...
The Governments use of the Web2.0 tools was bound to happen. Why wouldn’t they utilise the same applications as private business and the community? What a better way to seem ‘in touch’ with the countries people? As for the movement of Government information into the public domain, well we will see the outcomes in the future; it’s a bit like the unforseen repercussions of personal information on Facebook or an oil spill, we will clean it up later.......
Topic 9 Exercise 1
Is social networking a business model?
Definition of Business model
The combination of factors that describe the business, including the market the business will serve, the perceived value delivered to the customer, which determines profitability per unit of sale, and the sustaining factors that allow the company to thrive over the long term
www.milestonegrowth.com/financing/glossary.html
• Manage the information that’s publicly available about you as professional
• Find and be introduced to potential clients, service providers, and subject experts who come recommended
• Create and collaborate on projects, gather data, share files and solve problems
• Be found for business opportunities and find potential partners
• Gain new insights from discussions with likeminded professionals in private group settings
• Discover inside connections that can help you land jobs and close deals
• Post and distribute job listings to find the best talent for your company
http://press.linkedin.com/
In a very broad sense, yes social networking can be loosely related to a business model. In reviewing Linkin.com it has some similar goals to a business model.
The combination of factors that describe the business- provides a professional network for people to connect with other professionals that they might not normally mix with.
including the market the business will serve- professionals seeking others to help them achieve their goals
the perceived value delivered to the customer- to be able to connect with like-minded professionals to help each other achieve
which determines profitability per unit of sale-advertising?
sustaining factors that allow the company to thrive over the long term- encouraging more people to join leading to more skills available for connections to be maintained.
Definition of Business model
The combination of factors that describe the business, including the market the business will serve, the perceived value delivered to the customer, which determines profitability per unit of sale, and the sustaining factors that allow the company to thrive over the long term
www.milestonegrowth.com/financing/glossary.html
• Manage the information that’s publicly available about you as professional
• Find and be introduced to potential clients, service providers, and subject experts who come recommended
• Create and collaborate on projects, gather data, share files and solve problems
• Be found for business opportunities and find potential partners
• Gain new insights from discussions with likeminded professionals in private group settings
• Discover inside connections that can help you land jobs and close deals
• Post and distribute job listings to find the best talent for your company
http://press.linkedin.com/
In a very broad sense, yes social networking can be loosely related to a business model. In reviewing Linkin.com it has some similar goals to a business model.
The combination of factors that describe the business- provides a professional network for people to connect with other professionals that they might not normally mix with.
including the market the business will serve- professionals seeking others to help them achieve their goals
the perceived value delivered to the customer- to be able to connect with like-minded professionals to help each other achieve
which determines profitability per unit of sale-advertising?
sustaining factors that allow the company to thrive over the long term- encouraging more people to join leading to more skills available for connections to be maintained.
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