nicesll demo
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slideshow shown to NICE and DEN at IETCTRANSCRIPT
Get a Life, a Second Life That Is!
Learn about Second Life from a STAR Discovery Educator
DEN in SL Leadership Council Member
Lori [email protected]
LC Introductions
Fred Delventhal, VA (Riptide Furse - SL)
Lori Abrahams, IL (Lor Fredriksson - SL)
LC Introductions
Beth Knittle, MA (Beth Kohnke - SL)
Charlene Chausis, IL (Geekie Kidd - SL)
LC Introductions
Nancy Sharoff, NY (Laelia Laval - SL)
LC Introductions
Anne Truger, IL (JessieMarie Flanagan - SL)
Elaine Plybon, TX (Celestia Cazalet - SL)
What is Second Life?
• an interactive social network • synchronous and asynchronous
• a presentation platform Voice Chat Slides Video
Second Life is not a game Though you can make a game
Why Do I Need a Second Life?
To immerse yourself in a:
Personal/Professional Learning Community
• Collaborative Environment
• Rich Communication
• Professional Development
Examples of a Second Life Learning Community
Digital Storytelling
Building Workshops
Education Fair
Education Fair
Conference Demonstration at NYSCATE
DEN in Illinois at IETC
Special Guests
Guest Speakers
Impromptu Gatherings
Fun Social Events
How Do I Get A Second Life? Install the client on your computer at http://www.secondlife.com
click on Downloads, located toward the bottom left of the page. Join Second Life and create an avatar. The Basic Membership is free.
Click on Sign Up Now at www.secondlife.com or click on Join Now on the download page at http://www.secondlife.com/community/downloads.php.
Choose your avatar's name carefully this cannot be changed.
For details see Create an Account in Second Life
Get Started!
Set goals:• Visit one new spot a week• Join the group in SL• Subscribe to the blog and Google Groups• Go to a presentation or a how-to class - check out the
DEN in SL Wednesday Workshops• Set a time limit• Share your expertise and experience with others --
become a DEN Guide• Explore SL with a buddy• The DEN in SL Leadership Council are there to help!
Google Groups:
http://groups.google.com/group/den-in-sl
Blog:
http://blog.discoveryeducation.com/secondlife/
Questions?
