Inovação no setor público a partir de tecnologia de baixo custo: a rádio web na Universidade Federal de Uberlândia

Abstract

This study presents a communication technological product, digital radio or web radio, for Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU) as its object. The aim is to describe how technology used by public agents results in communication innovation in educational institutions. In this regard, data on technological resources that are either free or low-cost and used to innovate radio communication medium and information dissemination, in federal universities through web radio creation, are described. Web radios can contribute to strengthening innovation culture in universities and bridging communication gap between academic community and general public, as it is a technological product that brings together both traditional radio listeners and audience consuming content through the internet, including podcasts. Web radio is understood as an important tool for democratizing communication, promoting scientific, technological dissemination, and innovation in the communication field, increasing transparency, as well as enhancing federal universities publicity. Thus, web radio as a technological product becomes an alternative for federal universities to face budgetary challenges while promoting innovation,improving their services, and reducing costs.