Conclusion
Web 2.0 introduces a spectrum of tools that might have effective
applications in teaching and learning in higher education.We have
described the RISAL system developed at the Faculty of Education
at The University of Hong Kong. This system integrates features of
popular Web 2.0 social bookmarking, repository and networking
tools to provide a platform for sharing and reuse of assets
(bookmarks and resources), and supports social interactions
among teachers and students. At present, we are implementing
the RISAL system as a pilot to selected groups of students to allow
for the collection of useful information to explore how the system
can enhance teaching and learning. Some preliminary evidence
suggests the usefulness of the RISAL system and provides useful
data to inform future improvements to the interface and
functionality. Clearly, future enhancements need to support digital
portfolio features to permit users to collect their resources, such as
in blog posts, wiki-like articles and Web pages in one place, and
enhancements will also involve expanding social networking
features, mobile support, and allowing users to develop collaborative
digital portfolios. Currently, the RISAL project is under
consideration for further funding to develop the system into a
more comprehensive environment for the support of teaching and
learning. Finally, the authors invite readers to visit the RISAL system at http://risal.cite.hku.hk to explore its features and
provide feedback. The authors are also glad to allow other
institutions to install RISAL in their own environments and explore
benefits of this Web 2.0-based educational technology.
Conclusion
Web 2.0 introduces a spectrum of tools that might have effective
applications in teaching and learning in higher education.We have
described the RISAL system developed at the Faculty of Education
at The University of Hong Kong. This system integrates features of
popular Web 2.0 social bookmarking, repository and networking
tools to provide a platform for sharing and reuse of assets
(bookmarks and resources), and supports social interactions
among teachers and students. At present, we are implementing
the RISAL system as a pilot to selected groups of students to allow
for the collection of useful information to explore how the system
can enhance teaching and learning. Some preliminary evidence
suggests the usefulness of the RISAL system and provides useful
data to inform future improvements to the interface and
functionality. Clearly, future enhancements need to support digital
portfolio features to permit users to collect their resources, such as
in blog posts, wiki-like articles and Web pages in one place, and
enhancements will also involve expanding social networking
features, mobile support, and allowing users to develop collaborative
digital portfolios. Currently, the RISAL project is under
consideration for further funding to develop the system into a
more comprehensive environment for the support of teaching and
learning. Finally, the authors invite readers to visit the RISAL system at http://risal.cite.hku.hk to explore its features and
provide feedback. The authors are also glad to allow other
institutions to install RISAL in their own environments and explore
benefits of this Web 2.0-based educational technology.
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