I was reviewing the blog posts from my fellow classmates this week, and one caught my attention from CRS 6414 about discussing the tools we’ve been exposed to so far this semester, and the ones that I have used so far. For me, there have been a few so far that I’ve tried, and more that I would like to try.
The tools I have tried so far/am more familiar with
- Twitter – I haven’t taken the plunge yet
to post anything on twitter for the course. Hoping to soon (lurker at heart
here!) I have mainly used it in the past to follow various media and
entertainment platforms where it was easiest to connect for the latest news. Hoping
to get involved with the class. I don’t know why I’m so shy about it, but I
feel like I’ve made some strides already with the course, and I’m hoping to
make more.
- Linkedin – I’ve used this platform a lot
before at work when I need to check on the various credentials of a contact
that I cannot readily find on a simple google search. Linkedin is a valuable
resource for networking, and I’m looking forward to using it more.
- Reddit – I am more familiar with reddit as I have used it previously for various reasons (keeping tabs on favorite TV shows, book series, and fandoms in general). I’m looking to become more active in posting to the course reddit page for the rest of the semester.
- Goodreads – This is one resource I have
used the most as I have followed numerous literature podcasts that provide
community opportunities for their listeners to provide their own reading
suggestions based on the specific genre and interest of the individual. I’m
hoping to be more active here throughout the rest of the semester.
- Youtube – Like Twitter, Reddit, and
Goodreads, I have mainly used this tool as a means to keep abreast of various
fandoms, media, and some college friends that I don’t have as easily a point of
contact with as they do not readily use other Social Media Channels. I have to
remind myself to look into the EME 6414 youtube channel and various other
resources available there.
- Badgelist – I’ve been interested in using
badges in developing a curriculum for future students. Little things that
students can work towards to help them if they are struggling. For a more
scientific and research focused area of study, students could earn a badge if they
find a tool that works best for their learning style, or if they contribute a
certain amount in a specific time period. I want to look into more about badges
going forward.
What a great summary of some of the more common platforms! Admittedly I have had trouble finding use in Reddit (I even wrote a blog entry about it this week) -- do you have any advice for a novice Redditor looking to make the most of it?
ReplyDeleteTwitter is a great platform to just let out ideas stream-of-consciousness-style...and the great thing is that you can broadcast whatever you'd like without needing to worry about a reaction. I'm excited for you to take the plunge -- and don't forget to add our class hashtag #eme6414!