Socially enabled learning
July 19, 2011
Martech, the social media specialist has recently launched a socially enabled learning platform. Developed from its core social networking system, M.Social, the new Edu version enables educational institutions the ability to create secure, private networks and encourage engagement and communication between students and teachers.
Each private network is added to the institutions existing website. Students are given a user name and pass word and can login, create a profile and start engaging. Built around a very simple concept and a familiar interface, students have the ability to “follow” their classes and interact with other students and teachers. By following their class pages, they will be able to share information, comment on status updates and receive regular class updates to their own newsfeed.
Simon Larcey, Managing Director of Martech said “There are a number of VLE’s (Virtual Learning Environments) currently on the market place. Most of these are based around file repository. Our new system utilises the latest social media technology and creates a unique system where students really get the opportunity to engage and interact with their classes. We were approached by an exclusive private school to work with them on this project and have now delivered. We are now talking with a number of other schools and look to roll out a selection of pilot programs when the schools return after their summer break”