Image: The "Feral Troll" by BenimotoA few of us met yesterday and we first discussed what we should make of this week. I didn't record it because initially there was just Vida and I, Barbara and Nellie joined later and it took a while for us to actually talk about stuff to do with the course. Basically we all thought it would be OK to set week 8 as optional:
Wk 8: Open versus closed communities - 15 - 21 September
- When people first start using the Internet to communicate, collaborate and connect with others they are often worried about the openness of information. There is debate around personal security and client confidentiality. For some an open platform such as a blog or a public email forum is intimidating and makes them feel vulnerable to criticism and predation. Is it just a matter of learning to write for a public forum or are there real issues around privacy in open forums? Is there a place for a closed forum? What are the benefits and the disadvantages of open networking versus closed forums?"
To do
- This week is optional. If you are feeling behind, take this week to catch up.
- If the open versus closed topic interests you, use the resources below to find your own path into it.
- If another topic is of interest to you and something you would like to spend some time on, do that.
Extra Resources
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