When we think of learning environments, we think of books, lectures, databases perhaps. But in my recent research, I discovered that the interactions we have with people in our networks play an even more important role in what we learn and how we turn information into actionable knowledge. All of the people in my study were…
Special topic: Social UX
People increasingly use the web to get the information they need from each other, increasing the importance of social web design in the designer’s skill set. Paul Adams describes some basics about human relationships and key behaviors that impact our designs.
Designing for Social Interaction
Strong, Weak, and Temporary Ties
by Paul Adams
“Social” is infiltrating not only consumer software, but also the enterprise. Designers must often add social capabilities with little guidance on what it means outside of Facebook or Twitter. Erin Malone gives us five steps to get started.
5 Steps to Building Social Experiences
by Erin Malone
Matthew Clarke asserts that no current software supports the full process of collaboration, and proposes a model that may help get us closer to a more effective collaboration environment.
Wanted/Needed: UX Design for Collaboration 2.0
Rating and reputation systems
can reduce uncertainty decisions during online transactions. Alex Kirtland and Aaron Schiff give us solid practical advice on how to design them successfully.
On A Scale of 1 to 5
Understanding Risk Improves Rating and Reputation Systems
by Alex Kirtland and Aaron Schiff
Social networks are ripe in their opportunities for study by academics. Shiv Singh digs into research past and present to help us understand the dynamics of these hot systems. (Part 1 of a series)
Social Networks And Group Formation
Theoretical Concepts to Leverage
by Shiv Singh
While Web 2.0 sweeps the internet buzz machine, businesses are a bit slower to pick up the new paradigm. Shiv Singh shows how taking the leap and embracing the collaborative nature of Web 2.0 can provide great rewards.
A Web 2.0 Tour for the Enterprise
by Shiv Singh
Can prediction markets be used successfully in a corporate environment? Kirtland forecasts that making them easier to use just might be the key. Through simple guidelines, he shares strategies for benefiting the wise crowds.
Communicating Complex Ideas
How Public Prediction Markets Simplify Concepts about Buying and Selling Events and Ideas