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Henry Jenkins discusses participatory media in Second Life

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Henry Jenkins made his first official appearance in Second Life visiting the Teen version, known as the "Teen Grid," where the Global Kids Island is hosting an event, A World Fit for Children Festival. So, I asked, "There has been a lot of criticism about Second Life lately, do you think we're wasting our time and money?

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Connect with TechSoup at NCVS!

Tech Soup

In this "speed geeking" format, participants will rotate through presenters' tables to discuss different topics. Live: Participatory Events, Webinars, Conversations, Local and Global. Crossplatform and Multichannel Integration: Tools, People, and Information.

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RootCampSL: Machinima Session

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I learned about the Second Life Camera Controls Tutorial and now playing with the camera in SL during meetings is my new form of 3D doodling. The article provides a good primer and illustrates various genres of machinima created in different gaming environments. is this what JP is talking about?). Machinima (muh-sheen-eh-mah).

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MacArthur Foundation Digital Learning Briefing

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

But wait a second, I could attempt to live blog remotely. because the session will take place in Second Life and will also be webcasted. Second Life: NMC Campus Amphitheater (number 5 on the map) (see picture of me above) (NOTE: Please join "NMC Guests" group for access to Amphitheater). and Elisabeth A.

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Guest Post by Gaurav Mishra: The 4Cs Social Media Framework

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Since social media encompasses many different types of tools, and each tool has specific characteristics and a steep learning curve, a toolkit approach can quickly become overwhelming. The second reason is a clear definition of what social media is, even within the social media community. The Second C: Collaboration.

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The One-Look Virus and Immersive Environments for Teaching and Learning

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

These posts have sparked some thoughtful reflections, from a folks on the Second Life Educator's List and I'm going to quote and summarize a few: The Second Life Doubter's Club. The difference between the two are about as stark as between Night Elves and Taurens (a little WOW humor). I really don???t whenever i???ve

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Trust Me, Know Me, Love Me: Trust in the Participatory Age

Museum 2.0

We trust different people and institutions in different ways--to be respectful, to keep our secrets, to give us love, to give us information. Museums aren't the only venues facing this question: news outlets, corporate brands, and educators are also grappling with the question of trust in the participatory age.