08 October 2007

About Learning 2.0

The Learning 2.0 program is the brainchild of Helene Blowers, a librarian from the Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County (PLCMC).

After beginning with PLCMC, the program is now being shared under a Creative Commons License. Learning 2.0 has spread around the world with libraries (and other organisations) using it as a simple and fun way to introduce their staff to new and emerging web tools. It has particularly been aimed at library staff, but other people have also found it a valuable way to learn more about changing technology.

It is important to understand that Learning 2.0 is a self-discovery program. That means that it's up to you to decide:
  • When and where you will participate,
  • How long you take to explore and complete the exercises,
  • Whether you will do some or all of the exercises,
  • Whether you participate as an individual or with a friend/colleague, and
  • What you choose to do with your new knowledge.

The main thing is to play and have fun increasing your awareness and understanding of these tools and the exciting opportunities they present.