Tuesday, May 29, 2007
FACEBOOK 101 FOR NOOBS
An innovative approach to computer education is taking place at America's universities. The Wall St. Journal reports on how students are beginning to study social computing. Like classes on video game design, this is an attempt to make "technology studies relevant to students' lives," according to the article.
Traditionalists would argue that the classes are a waste of education and tuition fees. Considering the reach of these classes, which also delve into psychology and sociology, traditionalists would be wrong. The impact that MySpace and Facebook -- or even America Online 10 years ago -- has had on interpersonal communications is gargantuan.
Honestly, these classes make me wish I was back in college. The thought of studying blogs and wikis appeals to my inner geek.
Traditionalists would argue that the classes are a waste of education and tuition fees. Considering the reach of these classes, which also delve into psychology and sociology, traditionalists would be wrong. The impact that MySpace and Facebook -- or even America Online 10 years ago -- has had on interpersonal communications is gargantuan.
Honestly, these classes make me wish I was back in college. The thought of studying blogs and wikis appeals to my inner geek.
Labels: EDUCATION, INTERNET, TRENDS
// posted by MoJoe @ 23:06 
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