An ecosystem for user centric learning: Revolution or evolution?. (6th February 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kirkham, Tom; Wood, Stuart; Winfield, Sandra; Coolin, Kirstie; Smallwood, Angela
• Is Part Of: International journal of electronic business. Volume 9:Number 5/6(2011)
• Page Start: 414
• Page End: 428
• Publication Date: 2012-02-06
• Subjects: process management -- digital ecosystems -- lifelong learning -- personal data -- learning communities -- innovation -- data security -- data integration -- application integration -- XML standards -- e–learning -- electronic learning -- online learning; Electronic commerce -- Periodicals; 658.05467805
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1470-6067

Abstract

The SAMSON project uses technology as a catalyst to support and aid future developments in a regional learning community. This is in contrast to many ecosystem approaches that attempt a systems overhaul. The project is developing services to encourage the use of emerging standards–based technology in existing processes. These developments are forming the community and developing the ecosystem at a natural pace that aims to enhance existing processes and encourage innovation in a sustainable manner.