Brainstorming Session on Web 2.0 & Web 3.0

LIS Study Circle's 2nd Meeting took place at Dept. of Library & Information science, University of the Punjab, Lahore (Pakistan) on July 10, 2009. The topic was Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 that was explored thoroughly. The discussion's focus, mainly, was on:

1. Definition and Concepts of Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0
2. Evolution of Concept & Terminology
3. Characteristics/Principles of Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0
4. Differences among Web 1.0, Web 2.0, and Web 3.0
5. Applications of Web 2.0, and Web 3.0 in contemporary world.

The participants explored the topic in open discussion and it was really a brainstorming session started from 6:30 p.m. and ended up on 8:15 p.m.. It was followed by a tasteful dinner at PU Executive Club.

Furthermore, it was felt that the concept and technological applications are still in evolution phase. We can not specify a date period associated with the concept. Real essence is community's participation, collaboration and sharing. Technological applications are instrumental for the development of library services in this era of 'informal organizations''.

Recommendation:

There is a need to introduce this concept in LIS professionals of the country on a wider scale through active programming like lectures, seminars, workshops, etc. It was recommended by the participants that a formal seminar should be arranged by professional associations, library schools, or any other professional group/organization, etc. on Web 2.0/Web 3.0 and its applications in libraries.