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Social networking and social class: Survey

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Published on April 29, 2008 in Equity, Community, Identity, Social software and Technology. 3 Comments Print This Post Email This Post

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For those who have experienced inequity on the wrong side of the social and digital divide, social networking sites may not be experienced in quite the same way as those who enjoy material privilege and/or stability. In this sense, webby fun is relative to inclusivity. Especially in spaces that are not designed according to our actual identities, values, beliefs and experiences but the value of our consumer demographic data.

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Runner’s High: Twittering runners unite

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Published on April 21, 2008 in Social media, Community and Blogging. 1 Comment Print This Post Email This Post

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As some of you already know, I love running. I may be a slow runner but I’m quick to see the value of social media for my chosen sport.

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Howard Rheingold on “way-new” collaboration

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Published on February 10, 2008 in Society, Video, Community, Utopia, Inspirations, Memes, Future and Best practices. 0 Comments Print This Post Email This Post

Recorded in 2005, Howard Rheingold talks about the critical importance of collaboration, participatory media and collective action in shaping a better and more effective world. Great historical examples of human interdependence, cooperation, helping and other civilised behaviours that helped humans to thrive and survive through adversity - all alternatives to more destructive models that have obscured reason, ethics and the simple logic of alternatives. See a complete screencast (animated visuals with voice over) here.

I suggest we honour this talk - and items like it - with the following delicious tag: “newway”

Howard has been a formative figure in my thinking about the relationship between community and reciprocity - and how all of us can contribute to the world in unique and positive ways (if only we choose to).