Second Life worth a 2nd Look?
Second Life continues to generate debate and I have to admit that I usually dismiss on-line efforts that come across a bit too gimmicky, but maybe it is indeed worth a 2nd look. Just came across a video outlining what the respected US non-profit TechSoup is doing there and it is beginning to look like there might be more to it - specifically opportunities for collaboration and learning - see for yourself:
Once in the near future, with some spare time on my hands, I do indeed think I'll drop by and have a closer look.
If you're interested in the depths of the Second Life platform then you might find this article from IBM DeveloperWorks of interest - Hacking Second Life.
Maybe also apt to mention in good footnote fashion that the video was shown on dogoodertv - one of the flurry of new You-Tube-esque services popping up all over the place. And whilst we're on that subject - http://www.teachertube.com/.
Maybe also apt to mention in good footnote fashion that the video was shown on dogoodertv - one of the flurry of new You-Tube-esque services popping up all over the place. And whilst we're on that subject - http://www.teachertube.com/.
