December 22, 2007
The title of this post comes from a quote by Seb Paquet in the book Here Comes Everybody by Clay Shirky. This book is situated somewhere between the simplicity of Wikinomics and the complexity of The Wealth of Networks, which makes it a welcome addition to the field of social networks. Shirky’s analysis is excellent and is not just a repeat of the echo-chamber of the blogosphere. For example:
When we change the way we communicate, we change society. (p. 17)
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December 22, 2007
26 candidates are taken off UWM ballots Party says move is unfair; opponents claim violationsBy ERICA PEREZ
eperez@journalsentinel.comPosted: April 16, 2008
If you thought the race for Wisconsin's Supreme Court Justice was contentious, check out what's going on at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
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December 22, 2007
I’ve been struggling with this whole “what is going to make Web logs use successful” question for a while as the idea is getting more an more interest here. The bottom line, I believe is acceptance by classroom teachers as a useful technology. To me, it all starts from there. I think potential users need to know the technology is easy to use, works as advertised, and enhances the educational experience of their students. Absent widespread adoption, it’s a tough sell to try something new on a district level for “managing our knowledge.” But I think there are enough models out there to at least whet their appetites and pilot some uses.
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