Web 2.0 and You

       In particular, in a technologically advanced world in which the development of computer applications and digital platforms are designed to harness network effects that improve with usage, it is not uncommon to see notifications on the screen of my phone about an application that requires installation of updates or those that update automatically in the background. I engage with more dynamic and interactive content on the phone that pertains to learning, and general life needs in ways that connect to the topics discussed in the course, such as Web 2.0 and you.

       In the professional and work context, the dynamic nature around the web 2.0, in particular, has been depicted in collaborative learning and teamwork engagements. Working with collaborative tools such as Google Docs and Slack has enabled me to work together with other colleagues on projects and even created an enabling environment to share information, ask questions, and obtain information in a timely manner. It is easier to discover content through the recommendation capability of the platforms and tools used by team members. Platforms such as Wikipedia provide crowd-sourced information critical for establishing background knowledge on a particular topic of interest before delving into more in-depth research from reputable and trusted sources.

       The reflection has revealed to me how advancements have brought about massive transformations in the form of fostered interaction and collaboration on the platforms both in learning and educational contexts as well as professional setups. Merging questions from the interaction with these topics pertain to the ethics and moral duties that the people spearheading the developments across various spheres of technological platforms have to the users of these platforms.