Web 2.0: An Overview, 13 June 2007, at Aslib in London
Programme Features
Web 2.0 and social networking have become part of our personal and professional
culture, seemingly overnight. This one day event will examine the story behind
Web 2.0 applications, will look at what they do, and will consider some of the
ramifications for those working in information management. The course is
designed for those with an interest in understanding and using content
management applications such as RSS, YouTube, Wikis, Flickr, Blogs and Podcasts.
No prior experience is needed, but familiarity with using the web would be
useful. All terms will be explained, and the course content will be delivered by
presentations, demonstrations, discussion and hands-on time. A list of web-based
follow-up resources will be provided. The programme features are:
- Background to the Web and Web 2.0
- Social networking
- Terminology
- Innovations associated with Web 2.0 including Wikis, Weblogs, Mashups,
data syndication, folksonomies and tags
- Criticisms
- Relevance to information management
The aim of the course is to provide participants with an understanding of what
Web 2.0 is, how it is used, and how it could be developed with respect to
information management.
On completing this course, you will have an understanding of:
- the background to the Web and Web 2.0
- Social networking
- Terminology
- Innovations associated with Web 2.0 including Wikis, Weblogs, Mashups,
data syndication, folksonomies and tags
Course Director: Lyn Robinson
Course fee: £260 + VAT (Aslib Corporate Members)/ £325 Non Members
To book your place, please visit: www.aslib.com/training/5/03.html
If you would like more information on Aslib's courses, please visit:
www.aslib.com/training. All our courses are available as onsite events - if you
would like a quote, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Nicole Adamides, ASLIB Training
The Holywell Centre, 1 Phipp Street, London, EC2A 4PS
Tel: 020 7613 3031 Fax: 020 7613 5080
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