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"The number of people browsing the Web from a mobile device has more than tripled since 2009, and it is sure to continue growing, with browser platforms such as iOS and Android offering mobile browser support that is almost identical to what we have come to expect from a desktop experience. As the mobile consumer market continues to grow, so will the aspirations of individuals and companies who look to embrace what the mobile Web has to offer. With this in mind, many website owners have begun to develop a strategy for providing information and services to their mobile visitors. However, mobile strategies can vary massively from website to website, depending on what the company wants to offer visitors. For example, eBay's strategy will be very different from an individual's strategy for a portfolio website, which might simply be to improve readability for those viewing on a mobile device."

An easy way to create a widget for any social media you use

University of Georgia has started implementing OER's throughout their system.  Their website gives resources and tips.  

"the button for real-time collaboration on the Web." Amazing, not only can you collaborate real time on almost any website but you can record it as well. This could greatly enhance how support happens.

Athabasca University is one of the leaders of open educational resources (OER). This is their website on OER

"U of C Student Success Centre Goes Mobile Students at the University of Calgary can stay connected to services offered by their Student Success Centre (SSC) with a new custom mobile application. The application allows students to read recent news, to register for workshops or seminars, to book appointments with advisors, writing tutors, career and academic development specialists, and to access the SSC events calendar 24/7. "We are committed to effective communication with students and to making it easy for them to access the programs and services we offer," says Joel Wilkinson, Director of the Student Success Centre. "Most students do almost everything online and our new application will allow them to stay connected with the resources and events available to support their path to success." The application was developed by the company 4abyte Inc., which was founded by Charles Newton Price, a recent U of C graduate student. "We were pleased to be part of this project," says Charles. "Given the prominent presence of smartphones on campus, going mobile has become indispensible for post-secondary institutions." SSC's sharp, attractive, and easy application, available for iPhone, Android, and Blackberry Torch devices, adds to the University of Calgary's steps to remain at the forefront of student engagement. The application is available for download on iTunes (iPhone only) or via the SSC website at: http://ucalgary.ca/ssc "

Good article - adds to our current discussion on mobile apps or mobile web.

The end product of this rss to javascript converter is the nicest I've seen. You have to register for a free account. You pay money and you get extra features.

Christie found a better way. Diigo has their own, highly customizable, tool called link roll or something like that. It updates instantly and looks clean on the page.

Benelab, founded by Seattle teenager Jack Kim, is a search engine that donates 100% of revenues to charity.

We may have already looked at this, but it's a great tool.

I love this info-graphic, great information with examples all contained within one page- great find!

Wow - this goes against all we learned about Plain language / easy-to-read fonts etc. Good food for thought. Not sure if my experience agrees - but it sure makes me re-think.

Here's a tool that looks like a version of google docs; has some different features - might be worth looking into