I am extremely nervous setting up my blog as well as posting my first message. This is a very new experience for me, given that I tend to shy away from posting my thoughts in a public space. For the people in the class that have not met me before, I do not usually come off shy in a face-to-face setting. Usually I have no problem communicating my thoughts in front of class. Yet, I am reticent about my comments when they are being recorded in print. (I remember when livejournal.com had just come out and I created an account, only to have very strict privacy settings so that only a select view could see my posts. What was the point then?)
Not sure if there are others that might feel the same way?
Since I have started to explore the class and the tools that we should become familiar with, I have noticed the term "lurking" being used. I have to admit I chuckled a little bit at first. Lurking somewhat has a negative connotation for me and I always picture someone peering out from behind some bushes ready to strike! lol
However, for the purposes of this class, lurking is observing a forum, community, or message board without actually making a contribution. I am looking forward to being both a lurker and an active participant in our Community assignment.
*On a personal note, if you haven't already guessed it, I am a very lucky owner of my Shiba Inu, Niko. He is a very important part of my life. I have always had pets growing up and they have given me many happy moments. I enjoy taking "cute" or funny pictures of him. I do not want to bombard you with images but I will include one photo of him for the curious readers out there.
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| Niko hard at work! (Grad life) |
Oh man! This is pretty exciting, two Shiba Inu owner's in one class? What are the chances! If you check out my blog, you'll see a pic of my Apollo (and his brother, Phantom!). We are pretty lucky!
ReplyDeleteOn another note, have you had any luck finding two communities? I keep looking diligently, but nothing that is sparking my interest yet...
I am having the same problem Shannon! I have been looking at this site
Deletehttp://www.dogforum.com/
They update regularly. Wonder if this is a good find. I will keep looking.
Can't wait to look at your shibas!
Congratulations on your first post! So, you were on LJ? I was, too, back in the day.
ReplyDeleteRemember, you don't have to disclose anything that makes you uncomfortable in this space. I've had students who strictly use the space to reflect and comment on tech use in the professional realm (although many end up wanting to write about their personal relationship with technology and networks).
Lurking is an important part of joining a group. In community of practice lingo we would call it legitimate peripheral participation (do you remember that from EDP5216?).
Thank you for the clarification.
DeleteI am a little familiar with LPP. I think I would classify myself as a newcomer where I slowly participate in a more active manner.
I agree with you and understand your reluctance of posting online. Thanks for the reminder about setting our own limits on what we choose to disclose.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you and understand your reluctance of posting online. Thanks for the reminder about setting our own limits on what we choose to disclose.
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