Archive for August 2006

StumbleUpon

I was introduced to StumbleUpon by Matt with this wonderfully pointless piece of web art. Essentially, StumbleUpon is an extensions/add-on for your browser that adds functionality. In this particular instance it is a toolbar that enables you to surf web content that has been identified as of interest to you through software that [...]

Democratisation of new media

Browsing through You Tube brought home to me just how much things have changed for the better in the world of technology and new media over the past 5 years. Throughout the Tesco Schoolnet2000 project (1998-2000) there was a heavy dependence upon a team of 40 advisors to help children get still digital images [...]

Impact of effective e-learning (part 1)

The Ultraversity project set out to develop an innovative approach to wholly online supported, workplace learning. A BA, Learning, Technology & Research degree pathway was developed aimed at students who are working full time and want to study their chosen work role. A list of some of the Key ingredients of the experience [...]