STUMBLE UPONA Web 2.O Innovation

Presentation by Ali Dinges

What is Stumble Upon? Maintains a database with current and

high quality websites based on rankings Allows users to find websites based on

interests Suggests websites recommended by

other “stumblers”with similar interests

Web 2.0 Innovation “Harnesses collective intelligence” “Rich user experience”

Joining Stumble Upon Choose from a list of interests and topics

when you first join Stumble Upon Find friends from your email list or meet

new stumblers based on similar interests

Stumble Upon Toolbar You download a toolbar that allows you to

use Stumble Upon’s features

It establishes more of your interests as you click thumbs up or thumbs down for websites you visit

Browse with Stumble Feature

Click the button to display a website based on your interests

Browse By Picking Interest Topic

Choose a topic from your interests

Connecting with Other Stumblers

Search through profiles Read and connect through site reviews Search for others who share your favorite

topics and tags Check out suggested stumblers or recent

stumblers Become a friend or subscriber Join a group

Great for Educators Create a customized profile based on

curriculum Connect with similar stumblers Find awesome websites to incorporate in

lessons with students

Sources www.stumbleupon.com Library 2.0 and Beyond by Nancy

Courtney p. 2-3