As a way of renewing my dedication to social networking, I've decided to tweet on a part-time basis, of course. Having been out of circulation for so long and not really having been dedicated to tweeting to beginning with, I'm at a loss on what to tweet about.
I could follow suit with those following me and tweet bits of randomness that I experience throughout the day but I don't think anyone will be interested in knowing that I'm a workaholic.
Geez, who knew that tweeting could be such a difficult feat......
Sidenote:
Great news, K-12 school grades come out today! I wonder what the left-ists and the right-ists will be up in arms about?
Friday, August 6, 2010
Thursday, August 5, 2010
You, me and du-produsage
Having learned a lot these past few weeks I plan to go forth and spread the gospel of web 2.0. I have only just scratched the surface on what is out there and how to use it in my everyday life. Before I came to know web 2.0 as I know it today, I was a non-social networker but I'm happy say that I have been delivered. I am now walking in the light of web 2.0 and loving every minute of it.
So keep your eyes toward the sky in knowing that if it requires collaboration, cooperation and being connected web 2.0 will be there.
It's a tool, it's a prob, it's web 2.0!!
So keep your eyes toward the sky in knowing that if it requires collaboration, cooperation and being connected web 2.0 will be there.
An open source way of Improving the World
There are many open source products out there that serve a greater good to society by being well, open source. These non-proprietary codes provide the framework for building content management systems for university's that do not have the management budget, of say a small developing country. They in the development of education systems in countries in dire need, they also provide the means for an individual to tinker and create something beneficial to the world. Open source is not taking the joy away from the individual that wants to profit, it is simply providing a means for everyone who does not have the means to participate. The following story is a testament to the benefits that open source provide......
IBM's Open-Source Approach to Disaster Management
IBM's Open-Source Approach to Disaster Management
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Qui Bono...
I think the largest issue with authorship, copyright and open access is one that stems back to the beginning of American History and remains the two words that direct our decision-making to today which is, “Qui Bono” (as a benefit to whom). If an individual takes an unfair advantage in presenting someone else’s idea as their own then they should of course pay the penalties imposed by the rules that governs intellectual property. Moving beyond the idea of ”Qui Bono” in a realm that nurtures group creation is only natural.
Individuals must forgo the idea that I create, I own, therefore I must benefit, to I create, you improve and therefore we all benefit.
Individuals must forgo the idea that I create, I own, therefore I must benefit, to I create, you improve and therefore we all benefit.
Yes, I wanted to be praised for my idea....
I had a conversation with a friend who pointed out that, as a creator of content you have a vision for your creation. Or as they stated, “I don’t want to create something and have you come along and reinterpret it.”
The following is an excerpt of our conversation.
Me: How do you feel about retweets?
Friend: I’m totally against editing someone else’s tweet. Actually, I would just prefer you not edit mine, create a great tweet and receive praise.”
Me: So you tweet for the praise?
Friend: Yes-yes, I do.
Me: Are you serious? So if you had an idea someone could make better, you would have an issue because you wouldn't get all of the credit?
Friend: No comment.
End.
The following is an excerpt of our conversation.
Me: How do you feel about retweets?
Friend: I’m totally against editing someone else’s tweet. Actually, I would just prefer you not edit mine, create a great tweet and receive praise.”
Me: So you tweet for the praise?
Friend: Yes-yes, I do.
Me: Are you serious? So if you had an idea someone could make better, you would have an issue because you wouldn't get all of the credit?
Friend: No comment.
End.
Go ahead, make my product better!! I really want you to.
Personally, I look forward to the day when an individual can receive credit for their work, and where the use of that work to create a new product isn't really frowned upon. The evolution of the things we love most have come through an individual chopping, cutting and remixing an idea and creating something new.
Traditional spaghetti sauce is not chunky, meaty, or garden variety but these styles of spaghetti sauce are loved by the masses. Apple is innovative in that they take what has already been out and make it user friendly and customizable by their users. Apple didn’t invent the mp3 player they just made it better; by building on a previous idea.
I would fear to think that if someone created or wrote a masterpiece they would block an individual making further improvements. Progress requires the laying down of one’s ego and saying, “I created this and now I give it to you(society) to do with what you wish.” I personally think that the fear of someone stealing my idea, in regards to produsage, will not deter me from creating something that someone else can take and make even better.
Traditional spaghetti sauce is not chunky, meaty, or garden variety but these styles of spaghetti sauce are loved by the masses. Apple is innovative in that they take what has already been out and make it user friendly and customizable by their users. Apple didn’t invent the mp3 player they just made it better; by building on a previous idea.
I would fear to think that if someone created or wrote a masterpiece they would block an individual making further improvements. Progress requires the laying down of one’s ego and saying, “I created this and now I give it to you(society) to do with what you wish.” I personally think that the fear of someone stealing my idea, in regards to produsage, will not deter me from creating something that someone else can take and make even better.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
We the people....
We're inundated daily by people claiming to be experts and some we give credibility to therefore ascending them to that position.
But how do we know they are what they say they are?
Strip away that look about them, their charisma or lack their of, the product or information that they're presenting and what do you have?
We the people.... give birth to the expert by believing them to be what they say they are.
But do we the people believe each other in determining what makes an individual an expert?
But how do we know they are what they say they are?
Strip away that look about them, their charisma or lack their of, the product or information that they're presenting and what do you have?
We the people.... give birth to the expert by believing them to be what they say they are.
But do we the people believe each other in determining what makes an individual an expert?
Whose the expert?
How do you judge the value of expertise on the Web? Does it differ from your notion of expertise in face-to-face settings? Why or why not?
I wont lie in saying that I google what I dont know. Not only do I google, but I google the information that I find. So if I want to know about carburetors on small block chevy's....I Google it. Tom the Small block expert talks about carburetors, and it sounds credible. I still google what he says to ensure that it is accurate. If I continually consult Tom's site for information that is consistently accurate, then Tom's an expert in my book.
Consistency means a lot when determining if someone is an online expert, having the proper credentials is also plus. I state consistency first because having the proper credentials does not necessarily indicate if an individual is capable. It speaks volumes when an individual continually and consistently is able to deliver, and what they deliver is substantiated by a double check.
There's nothing wrong with being cautious, especially when Google makes it so easy to be certain that what your reading is accurate. Yay for Google. And no I wasn't paid for the Shameless plugs, I just really like Google.
I wont lie in saying that I google what I dont know. Not only do I google, but I google the information that I find. So if I want to know about carburetors on small block chevy's....I Google it. Tom the Small block expert talks about carburetors, and it sounds credible. I still google what he says to ensure that it is accurate. If I continually consult Tom's site for information that is consistently accurate, then Tom's an expert in my book.
Consistency means a lot when determining if someone is an online expert, having the proper credentials is also plus. I state consistency first because having the proper credentials does not necessarily indicate if an individual is capable. It speaks volumes when an individual continually and consistently is able to deliver, and what they deliver is substantiated by a double check.
There's nothing wrong with being cautious, especially when Google makes it so easy to be certain that what your reading is accurate. Yay for Google. And no I wasn't paid for the Shameless plugs, I just really like Google.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
#becoming a trending topic
I had a friend tell me this past week that she was pissed that regardless the number times she retweeted her topic it just didn't trend amongst her friends.
What was her topic?
#thejoyofcheese
I laughed so hard I cried.
What was her topic?
#thejoyofcheese
I laughed so hard I cried.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Stop them!! They can't retire, they hold all of our historical information!!!!
Public organizations would greatly benefit from wiki's or blog's, if for no other purpose than the fact that those tools would help them to retain historical information. All to often in public organizations individuals become the gatekeepers to vital organizational or program information that know one ever thinks will be lost, until the dreaded day that they announce their retirement or departure. Then you see a feverish rush by management to capture as much information as possible before they walk out for good. Like a fire-sale employee after employee pursue delectable morsels of information from the individual so as to prevent its inevitable loss for good.
History tells us that the worse thing that can ever happen is for one individual to be the bearer of all things near, dear and great to an organization and a society. For instance, Leonardo DaVinci is considered one of the greatest inventors of all time and less than a third of his catalog is still in existence. Hundreds if not thousands of inventions that will never be seen or whose existence will remain the stuff of wonderment.
In times where budgets are constrained and lives are placed in peril, individuals can not simply think that an individuals dedication will outlast their time with the organization.
These resources could have limitless possiblities providing those instances of spontaneous learning.
I found a product that allows employees to blog for the benefit of the organization. Check it out.
Yammer
Here's an article about wiki usage in corporations.
7 effective Wiki uses
History tells us that the worse thing that can ever happen is for one individual to be the bearer of all things near, dear and great to an organization and a society. For instance, Leonardo DaVinci is considered one of the greatest inventors of all time and less than a third of his catalog is still in existence. Hundreds if not thousands of inventions that will never be seen or whose existence will remain the stuff of wonderment.
In times where budgets are constrained and lives are placed in peril, individuals can not simply think that an individuals dedication will outlast their time with the organization.
These resources could have limitless possiblities providing those instances of spontaneous learning.
I found a product that allows employees to blog for the benefit of the organization. Check it out.
Yammer
Here's an article about wiki usage in corporations.
7 effective Wiki uses
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Not everyone is an contributor, but everyone does contribute.
I think that we all know that some things we just cant provide input on besides the verbal indicator that we're paying attention.
Great Idea! Wow! IDK! Cool! Bump! Double Bump!
Do these pats on the back add anything though? No, so I say and follow the motto of yester-years, "Shut up and listen, read or watch!"
Freeriding in an online environment is a harmless crime; unless your talking about stealing content that is not meant to be pilfered.
"If you don't know and/or would like to learn more, click here." We've seen derivations of this statement written in various places and I think that online communities ultimately are for this purpose.
I think that in order for people to truly benefit from online communities they should be able to sit back and wait for the topic that calls them to 'publish a post' or 'comment'.
So, to those freeriders who would like to learn more stick around and read, don't feel pressured to contribute because though you may not post or comment, hopefully you learn something that will allow you to contribute to society.
Great Idea! Wow! IDK! Cool! Bump! Double Bump!
Do these pats on the back add anything though? No, so I say and follow the motto of yester-years, "Shut up and listen, read or watch!"
Freeriding in an online environment is a harmless crime; unless your talking about stealing content that is not meant to be pilfered.
"If you don't know and/or would like to learn more, click here." We've seen derivations of this statement written in various places and I think that online communities ultimately are for this purpose.
I think that in order for people to truly benefit from online communities they should be able to sit back and wait for the topic that calls them to 'publish a post' or 'comment'.
So, to those freeriders who would like to learn more stick around and read, don't feel pressured to contribute because though you may not post or comment, hopefully you learn something that will allow you to contribute to society.
Produsage and Me....
I see produsage as being something that has taken route and is ultimately the driving force for consumer behavior. Whats not to love about wanting to get it your way or making it as personalized as possible? We love to be able to convey who we are and how we view things and thats what produsage does. It allows you to take something and say, "Bam, boom, pow, this is me, like it or love it!"
Produsage is something that permeates every facet of my life, since I deal with it at work when I help colleagues troubleshoot google docs to get the content standards written. Communicating with fellow program administrators across the country on common issues that we face and developing tools to help us better meet the needs of our stakeholders. In my personal life I've used moodle to start an LMS for an organization that I am a member of. So produsage and I know each other well on a personal and professional level.
Produsage is something that permeates every facet of my life, since I deal with it at work when I help colleagues troubleshoot google docs to get the content standards written. Communicating with fellow program administrators across the country on common issues that we face and developing tools to help us better meet the needs of our stakeholders. In my personal life I've used moodle to start an LMS for an organization that I am a member of. So produsage and I know each other well on a personal and professional level.
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Stepping into the thick of Web 2.0
I can say unreservedly that I have been a bit reticent in becoming actively involved with web 2.0. Not to say that I didn't know about it or that I wasnt engaged in all that is web 2.0, because I've used some of the tools, it just didnt fit into my plans for what it was I wanted to accomplish. I felt that I needed to work on the f Thus, I find myself saying that I am a follower of all that it encompasses. Looking back on it, I think that I could have gotten a lot more accomplished had I "stopped and smelled the roses." The committees that I have participated on and the time and effort that I've committed to the groups that I associate with would have served a great deal had I spent the time becoming more familiar with web 2.0. Alas, in the next few weeks I seek to delve into all that is web 2.0 to improve all that I do moving forward. So let the journey begin..........
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