Microblogging, allows students the opportunity to think about things from a different point of view. Not everyone thinks the same, so it is important to hear other opinions and be able to analyze them, often times it helps you rethink your response to something and challenges the mind to be more objective.

Media Hosting and sharing is an excellent way for the online student to have access to a wide variety of different topics in order to achieve best outcomes in the course.

How can blogging be restricted or controlled by the instructor if there is bad behavior present?

Do the students see value in both?

Why can't an instructor post instructin on YouTube if it is valid information from a reputable instructor (which should be all instructors- wishful thinking.) (?)

We alway ask students to think about what they post before they post and to be careful of their audience, but at times we get the "fere speech should not be restricted" response. I wonder how do we convey to the student that it is not a restriction on free speech but a recommendation for protecting their reputation since so many things can be misconstrued(?)

Assessments embedded in the game become essential to developing a high-functioning, highly effective implementation. What assessments would you use and why?

How can a 360-degree measurement be implemented when using games and simulations in training? In your opinion, is it an effective measurement for games and simulations?

Free or low-cost game development software can be used to develop custom games. Some examples include Sploder, Game Maker Studio, Construct2 and Unity 3D. Visit the website of one of these types of games development software or find your own game development software and discuss the features you like. What game could you develop using the features of the software you have reviewed?

Individualizing instruction can be a challenge given the many types of intelligence of the learners. Take the multiple intelligence test at http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks3/ict/multiple_int/index.htm and discuss how games and simulations can address the needs of multiple intelligences.

Elements used to promote a social presence in eLearning may include but are not limited to head and body movements, verbal and text communications, and simultaneous representation of multiple users or agents. What other elements can promote a social presence in an eLearning environment? Why is social presence important in an eLearning environment?

McDonald's in Japan uses games to train new hires and says it cuts new-hire training time in half. Search the Internet to locate an example of a company that uses games to train employees. What real-life examples can you find of games and simulations being used for training employees?

Most educators have no prior experience with games and simulation. Therefore, locating support from other instructors who have gone through the process of implementing games and simulations into the curriculum is imperative. What type of support would you need in order to incorporate games and simulation into your course? Also, locate at least one source of support for implementing games and simulation into the curriculum and provide details on the type of support available through this source.

What are some characteristics of games and simulation that appeal to a diverse population of learners? How can you use this information in your career?

How would you define games? Is not having a firm definition of games a disadvantage for instructors? Explain why or why not.

How can you in your role as an instructor balance theory and application in games and simulations? Give specific examples.

FACEBOOK Linking to Blog site Facebook has become a defacto standard in social media marketing for business and personal brand building thus it can work for education. The opportunities for an educator to build awareness, community, authority and sales potential in Facebook are plentiful. But, it can be daunting if you don’t understand the ins, outs, the upside and the risks.

Being heard beyond your classroom Blogs and individual blog posts also be optimized for search. It’s also important to submit a blog feed to the major search engines. SEO is not a one-time task. It requires constant evaluation and maintenance to stay on top of the rankings. To get your blog noticed by the major search engines, do the following: include keywords in individual blog posts and submit your blog’s site feed to the major search engines.

Twitter has grown from a fad to a mainstream social media tool. It’s used by people and by brands. The opportunities for an educator to communicate, build community, build awareness, and sales potential through Twitter are plentiful. But, many educators don’t understand Twitter and how it can contribute measurable results. Integrating Twitter into a class plan requires an understanding of the Twitter etiquette and best practices to engage people in meaningful ways.

Companies use social media and it has become an important part of a student’s life…thus moving it to the classroom is natural Launching a new brand in the age of social media Kellogg’s challenged ad agency Leo Burnett Worldwide to introduce their new brand Crunchy Nut into the VERY cluttered cereal market. The result? A successful PR event that utilized social media to extend their reach. Check it out… http://youtu.be/AneeqB5HeOo Do you remember this event? Or better yet, is the brand familiar to you? What is your opinion of the product launch?