Wimba Basics

Here is a short video that provides some basics on Wimba and its use.

http://info.umuc.edu/de/Wimba_demo/Wimba_demo.htm

You can also find more information at UMUC's 360 site under the Wimba folder on the menu: http://support.umuc.edu/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8054&task=knowledge&questionID=2998

Zorap Blog

Zorap

"Zorap is the first real-time communication service that allows groups of people to collaboratively experience and enjoy libraries of rich media content in personalized rooms, on fan pages, and on websites.. Zorap adds an exciting new dimension to the experience of social networks, allowing people to hang out and enjoy stuff together, in real-time.

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Voxopop: another tool to talk online

Voxopop
Here is a new tool that allows for speaking online...

"Voxopop is essentially a message board/forum system that uses voice instead of text. These forums are called "talkgroups" - communities of real people discussing various topics using their real voices. Anyone can create a talkgroup, so feel free to set one up for a personal interest or an existing online community! You can even set up a private talkgroup that will be hidden from the public - ideal for classrooms or family groups. An invite mechanism has also been added, to help spread the word about your favourite talkgroups."

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Dilbert and social media

Today's Google Logo: What's Up With the Dots and Balls on the Home Page? - Digits - WSJ

I couldn't resist... I thought the logo was so much fun that I needed to share my findings...
Today's Google Logo: What's Up With the Dots and Balls on the Home Page? - Digits - WSJ
cheers, --Stella.

Personal Learning Environments Networks and Knowledge ~ PLENK 2010

No, I don't want to have all of you sign up to another course, but I have to say that if we were all to experience this course and discuss it in the class, this could be an incredible learning experience. What do you think?

Personal Learning Envronments Networks and Knowledge ~ PLENK 2010: "- Sent using Google Toolbar"

Web 2.0 ... The Machine is Us/ing Us

Hi and welcome to DETC 630!

To start the blog for this course, I thought that I would share with you a somewhat viral video that has been out there for a while now, but which still captures our attention and makes us think of much the web has changed and therefore enables us to change the way we learn through it.

I hope you enjoy the video, and if you have a chance share your thoughts with the rest of the class...

best,
--Stella.