In response to Denise's reply to my Second Life post, I found this to give further illustrations on using virtual learning.

I don't know much about Second Life, and while it might have some elements that I could do without, I was thinking that this could tie nicely into a formal or informal Web 2.0 learning platform, game based learning, and Produsage. What do you think?

To some degree, I agree Denise that its a little creepy. Especially since there are a lot of undesireable elements (at least to me) that seem to permeate the S.L. landscape. However, I am fascinated with using a virtual world setting to encourage learning because people tend to "get in to it" better when its in an environment that they can relate too.

After checking out Vanessa's post on Creative Commons, I googled the title of this post and found an easy to read article that sheds some light as to the power of our tools and providing Open Education. There is mention of C.C. as I think the two are interlinked. When I see stuff like this, it gives me hope that we're moving in the right direction (maybe taking a side step or two along the way).

Another website that lists Web 2.0 tools.

Funny you posted this. I was starting to compile a list when the class started of all the Web 2.0 tools so when I have a chance, I can check it out. Now I don't need that list anymore. Thanks.

100 Ways to Use VoiceThread in EDU is the title of a collaborative effort to gather educators' ideas for using VoiceThread in the classroom. This site has a live Voice Thread where you can listen to educators as well as leave your own VT comment. It looks interesting. I just liked the idea of leaving a comment for others to listen to if they're interested.

Its like discovering Peanut Butter and Jelly for the first time...lol...I am excited only because I think it could be, or already is, used to aid in learning. And its fun.

Jennifer, Warning! Once you get on the bandwagon, you'll never want to get off....lol. :)

Thanks Denise. I am really into this Voice Thread and I can use all the tips I can get ahold of. I added a VT to my blog if you want to check it out. Its very simplistic. I did this to start practicing. I think this could be a much better format for asynchronous discussions. What do you think?

Hi Henry,

I checked out your Voice thread. You just click on the picture on the side to hear/see/read the comments from others. its really easy.

Couldn't reply to Vanessa's Post, created new one....It makes sense that researchers are taking steps to understand the role of the educator when considering Web 2.0 tools. I don't think this is a simple task for an educator to incorporate these tools into their cirriculum. In addition, I think great thought is needed to make sure that the tools are not just being used for the sake of using them but that they add/enhance learning. While the article suggests that the burden has fallen on the teacher to make use of this, I think it would be wise for institutions to develop a support system that works with the educators. After all, the institution provides them with a chalk board, a classroom, an overhead projector, etc. Why not provide them with proper training and course design suggestions using Web 2.0 technology?

Just getting warmed up again with Diigo. I googled Web 2.0 and Instructional Design and found this interesting website about informal learning. Check out the video on the home page.