Guidelines for LTS staff in blogging, podcasting and writing wikis

Introduction

LTS encourages its staff to read, comment on, and start their own blogs, podcasts and wikis. These software applications can be invaluable in the workplace, school or learning environment. They allow people to collaborate, learn, and communicate in ways which weren't possible before.

These guidelines are for employees who:

• use Learning and Teaching Scotland (LTS) corporate blogs, podcasts or wikis in the workplace.
• use personal blogs, podcasts or wikis outside the workplace that contain postings about the work of LTS or their colleagues' work.
• post about LTS on the blogs, podcasts or wikis of others.

The guidelines outline the importance of understanding the LTS Code of Conduct policy and include recommended best practices to consider when blogging or podcasting about LTS. They also provide a roadmap for constructive, respectful, and productive dialogue between bloggers/podcasters and their colleagues, which reflects our culture and values, and is in the best interest of all LTS employees.