Artifact #9 http://sleslie102.blogspot.com/2011/04/artifact-9-sharing-online.html
Artifact #8 http://sleslie102.blogspot.com/2011/04/artifact-8-health-online.html
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Monday, April 18, 2011
Artifact #9 Sharing Online
According to Carol Vogel, museum web sites used to consist of merely advertisements, hours, directions and admission prices. With the advancements in technology and the new capabilities that it provides, "wireless" musuems are now possible. This means museum displays are open to all, both online and offline. To encourage the growth of community and facilitate the exchange of information, exhibits and displays, museums are creating an interactive environment for the public. The art of display in museums involves using space as a medium for communication to be successful and enhance the experience of museum visits. Taking museums online will do just that--enhance the experience through the virtual world.
Online museums make a great deal of sense with the advancements in technology. It is only natural to extend them to online media. For anything to become relevant in today's society requires instant access that offers digital equivalents of the offline world . This will allow greater access than having to go to actual buildings which are only open at certain times, and which is likely incapable of showcasing an entire collection to the public at one time. I also think this will inspire people to visit museums and enhance vistors access to them. I am not surprised by museums incorporating an online presence as is just about everything else.
Online museums make a great deal of sense with the advancements in technology. It is only natural to extend them to online media. For anything to become relevant in today's society requires instant access that offers digital equivalents of the offline world . This will allow greater access than having to go to actual buildings which are only open at certain times, and which is likely incapable of showcasing an entire collection to the public at one time. I also think this will inspire people to visit museums and enhance vistors access to them. I am not surprised by museums incorporating an online presence as is just about everything else.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Artifact #8 Health Online
Technology is changing the way people are treated for health related issues. According to the video, increasing numbers of individuals seek online consultation through health-related sites. With an estimated 6000 health and medical applications, people may obtain information more quickly and efficiently. Although these sites provide specific health information, they are not intended to offer any diagnosis. Many people fail to realize that these sites are offered without the benefit of information that we usually get during a f2f encounter or through a physical examination, so some important information may be missing. By using the internet as a supplement to the patient-physican relationship, we may be at an increased risk of misdiagnosis or inappropriate treatment due to the absence of more complete information obtained through a physical exam.
Health-related online sites offer a wide range of information and services that are used by patients and/or the public with frequency. While there may be great hope that the Internet can become a reliable resource for health-related matters, currently it is largely unregulated. I would use caution when obtaining specific health information online. The information could easily be outdated, incomplete, inaccurate and unreliable. Therefore, for those who choose to use online-health sites, be sure to evaluate sources and stick to websites and organizations that are well-known and credible. For me, I much prefer the advice of my physician.
Health-related online sites offer a wide range of information and services that are used by patients and/or the public with frequency. While there may be great hope that the Internet can become a reliable resource for health-related matters, currently it is largely unregulated. I would use caution when obtaining specific health information online. The information could easily be outdated, incomplete, inaccurate and unreliable. Therefore, for those who choose to use online-health sites, be sure to evaluate sources and stick to websites and organizations that are well-known and credible. For me, I much prefer the advice of my physician.
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