Bookmark, evaluate quality of resources http://scope.bccampus.ca/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=11951#p51061

"Shared Thinking is a 'group-oriented generative learning environment.' It uses technology to create a space in which the diversity of views can be generated and then shared as a re-usable resource for learning and research."

"Mind maps or graphic organizers can be invaluable tools for visual thinkers and visual learners. The process of creating a mind map can help students gain an overview perspective on complex, multifaceted concepts. Mind maps can also help students outline an essay or story they're planning to write. The following list contains nine tools that can be used by students to create mind maps independently or collaboratively."

"Here's a collection of terrific social media infographics that might come in handy. As you probably know, infographics are visual representations of information, data, or knowledge. They illustrate information that would be unwieldy in text form and they act as a kind of visual shorthand, making information easy to understand and consume." http://scope.bccampus.ca/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=12021#p51371

"Roles in Groups"

"Facilitator:Emma Duke-WilliamsEmma Duke-Williams Collaboration is a term that is used quite loosely. What do we mean when we say we are collaborating? Why do we collaborate? What are the key characteristics that differentiate collaboration from cooperation and working independently? What tools support the collaborative process online? During this 3-week seminar we will use Google Wave and other emerging technologies to explore their potential for supporting online collaboration while addressing these and other questions. "

"Will You TypeWith.me?"

Evaluation of Type With Me "This is an online rich text editor that allows people to share their writing and upload files. It differs from Google docs in that realtime collaborative editing can occur between teams. Authors can choose to have their writing in different colours."

Scheduled seminar facilitated by Emma Duke-Williams

A distributed discussion facilitated by Clint LaLonde and others. This is a good example of SCoPE discussions extending beyond the forums.