Welcome

Brian Kelly and Liz Lyon opened the event The slides are hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/introduction-to-iwmw-2000-liz-lyon   https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-introduction

e-Learning Developments

Abstract

e-learning technologies are advancing rapidly in a number of areas. Many competitors are appearing in a number of sectors that threaten the traditional model of a conventional bricked university. To counter this threat the UK is looking at a number of models for an e-university to help retain UK market share in a lucrative overseas business. This talk looks at models in other countries and discusses some of the remaining obstacles to widespread acceptance.

Resources

The slides are hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-elearning-developments

HERO: Higher Education and Research Opportunities

Abstract

The aim of the HERO project is to set up a portal site for the whole of the Higher Education community in the UK. The talk will cover the project's history so far and discuss the issues raised in the development period, primarily those of creating the technical infrastructure to deliver the content from a wide range of sources to a very wide user base.

Resources

See slides hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-hero-higher-education-and-research-opportunities

From Shredded Trees To Mobile Phones, The Awful Truth About Digital Convergence!

Abstract

Is it practical or possible to create a single digital database of marketing communications material that can then be published through the media of choice? The University of Teesside has both a WAP and Web prospectus, fed from the same source as traditional printed version. How do you maintain integrity and accuracy and is it sensible to simply replicate the same material in different media? This talk will discuss the vision, and pitfalls that the team at Teesside has found in its search for digital convergence.

Resources

See slides hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-from-shredded-trees-to-mobile-phones-the-awful-truth-about-digital-convergence

The Personalised University

Abstract

As the quantity of information being published online has increased, techniques such as personalisation and customisation have become the most effective way of improving and managing the online visitor relationship with your organisation. This talk will look at the techniques and issues surrounding the deployment of personalisation and customisation techniques in both commercial and academic websites and how these can be used to improve and strengthen the visitor experience.

Resources

See slides hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-the-personalised-university

Town and Gown: Finding Common Ground on the Web

Abstract

Two of the key drivers for local government at the moment are e-government and lifelong learning. This talk describes current developments and explores how these are opening up new opportunities for joining up services and co-operation between local authorities and the HE/FE sector.

Resources

See slides hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-town-and-gown-finding-common-ground-on-the-web

Self-Evident Applications for Universities

Abstract

One of the most effective uses of web technology for reducing costs and increasing efficiency is the development of so called 'self service' systems. For these to succeed the use of such systems must be immediately obvious to the user; they must be self-evident. This presentation will explore the reasons for developing such applications, the infrastructure on which such applications depend and the design concepts which foster their creation and effective deployment. I will also explore some of the issues which this type of development creates and what the future might hold, as self evident becomes common place.

Resources

See slides hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-self-evident-applications-for-universities

A Controversial Proposal

Abstract

Don't have enough resources to manage your Web site? Feeling frustrated because you can't afford to buy any new Web development applications? Finding it difficult to recruit and retain good software development staff? This talk might provide a solution - but, arguably, a controversial one. A wide range of externally-hosted Web services are available which can be easily incorporated into a Web site. They can be used for a variety of purposes, including analysis of Web statistics, providing news feeds and other content, checking Web sites, providing voting systems and other forms of user feedback, monitoring Web sites availability, providing disk space and even hosting Intranets. But how reliable are they? Will the services remain in business? If they are successful, will we find ourselves out of a job? Brian Kelly will consider these questions.

Resources

See slides hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-a-controversial-proposal

The WEB and the GRID: Science and Society

Abstract

The talk will be in two parts. First how the Research Councils aim to use the Web (an invention funded by PPARC at CERN) to deliver electronic grant submission. Secondly to describe the GRID, the successor to the Web for delivering e-science (with CERN again in the lead).  

Newcastle Case Study

Abstract

Dr McDonald will talk about some of the issues involved in developing, implementing and deploying a Networked Learning Environment (NLE) which, so far, has been deployed at five institutions. Issues such as selection of a Content Management System, integration with existing Management Information Systems and Student Record Systems, staff and student involvement and feedback will be presented. The future directions of the NLE will also be discussed. The project Web site is available at <http://nle.ncl.ac.uk/> where further information is available.

Resources

The slides are hosted on Slideshare. https://www.slideshare.net/iwmw/iwmw-2000-newcastle-university-case-study

Out to Tender: Commissioning A Web Site

Abstract

What are the issues that you need to consider when commissioning various aspects of a Web site (ranging from design through to coding and full technical implementation)? This session will focus on the issues behind developing a design brief or service specification that can be used to commission third-party Web developers. The talk will be primarily aimed at those looking at engaging external consultants. However, those who wish to offer their Web developer services on a consultancy basis may also find it useful, as many of the issues are applicable to both people commissioning and consulting.  

Security and Authentication Issues – Where Are We Heading?

Abstract

Are your web resources open to all, or do you have areas restricted to smaller groups of users? Is managing authentication becoming a major headache? This talk will examine traditional web authentication techniques and go on to discuss more extended and sophisticated approaches to this this problem, including the possibility of a single infrastructure to manage access to on- campus and off-campus resources.  

Parallel Sessions A

Delegates could attend one of the following half-day parallel sessions, or two of the 90 minute parallel sessions.

1. Content Management Systems Facilitators: Paul Browning & Mike Lowndes
2. The Joined-Up Web Facilitators: Greg Newton-Ingham, Justine Kitchen & Pete Cliff
3. Implementing E-Learning Using A Virtual Learning Environment Facilitator: Mark Stiles
4. Selling Mugs to Masters' Facilitator: Andrew Aird

Parallel Sessions B

Delegates could attend one of the following 90 minute parallel sessions followed by a second 90 minute parallel session, or a half-day parallel session.

1. Working With Hero Facilitator: Brian Kelly
2. Anarchy versus Control in Web Site Management Facilitator: Malcolm Raggett

Parallel Sessions C

Delegates could attend one of the following 90 minute parallel sessions followed by a second 90 minute parallel session, or a half-day parallel session.

1. Automated News Feeds Facilitator: Andy Powell
2. "Princes, Paupers and Progress" - Resourcing Your Web Site Facilitator: Miles Banbery

Exhibition

On Friday 8th September 2000 an exhibition featuring displays from commercial vendors and poster displays from the HE community itself took place. The exhibitors were:

• Redleaf Limited
• Highlander
• Open Objects Software

The poster displays featured:

• UKOLN
• JISC
• The RDN
• The UK Mirror Service
• JISCmail
• W3C
• Netskills
• CHEST
• EDINA
• ILRT
• Centre for Development of New Technologies in Learning, University of Bath
• BIDS

Report Back

Report back from the parallel sessions

Conclusions

Workshop review and conclusions

Content Management Systems [A1]

Abstract This workshop session will discuss the role of a Content Management System (CMS) within the institutional Web. We will consider such questions as:

• What is a CMS?
• What is a Web Application Server?
• Why have a CMS?
• Is anything wrong with the "orthodox" Web?
• Should you build your own CMS or buy one off-the-shelf?
• How do open-source solutions compare with commercial offerings?
• Who is using a CMS and what do they think of it so far?

The Joined-Up Web [A2]

Abstract The session will cover the holistic issues surrounding getting a variety of different institutional systems to work together. As we try to deliver richer user experiences the need to gather and integrate distributed data is big issue. The session will help participants analyze the issues in their situation and examine possible approaches to resolving those issues.

Implementing E-Learning Using A Virtual Learning Environment [A3]

Abstract The workshop will start with a presentation of the issues involved in implementing the use of a VLE (or Learning Management System) at an institutional level including:

• Why adopt Distributed Learning?
• What is Distributed Learning?
• The Need for Strategy.
• Practical Implementation Issues.
• The Educational Issues.
• What's an MLE?
• Interoperability with Corporate Systems, the Need for Standards.
• Choosing a VLE.
• How Will You Know if it Works?

Following the presentation, participants will work in small groups to discuss the issues as they affect their own situations. Each group will report back at a closing wrap-up session and discussion.

Selling Mugs to Masters’ [A4]

Abstract Andrew Aird will lead a half day sessions on e-commerce for Higher Education. Topics covered will include:

• Why consider e-commerce? Does it make money?, What are you selling? Do you need a marketing strategy, etc.
• How do you do it? Different techniques, security, fulfilment, legal matters, on-line payment issues.
• Who does it? Web manager, Finance Office, External Relations, Alumni society: - what roles do they have to play?

The session will include group activities and discussion as well as contributions from speakers from an online payment handling company, a commerce solution provider and a security expert.

Working With HERO [B1]

Abstract This discussion group session will provide an opportunity for participants to be updated on developments with the HERO portal and to discuss the various ways in which information can be supplied to HERO.

Anarchy versus Control in Web Site Management [B2]

Abstract It's a new technology, but does that mean we need a new approach to managing it? This session aims to build on participants' experiences of managing an institution's Internet and intranet in order to guide those who have to manage a Web-based service. If you have a success story or, just as importantly, a failure we can learn from, please come and share the experience! Expect a short presentation followed by a longer discussion.

“Princes, Paupers and Progress” – Resourcing your Web site [C2]

Abstract Resource implications of different Web site management models are often difficult to ascertain on your own. This workshop hopes to use the experiences of participants, third party research and good old-fashioned common sense to help you find ways of funding your Web site, whatever your management model.

Automated News Feeds [C1]

Abstract This session will consider the requirements for automated news feeds, both on campus and in the wider context. It will investigate ways of sharing 'news' content between university departments, from commercial news providers to the campus and from the campus to external services such as Hero. It will also consider whether the same techniques used to share news feeds can be re-used to share information about other digital resources.