Atelier-D

Visual Analysis of ODS Using Gephi

Social Object Analysis

We are in the process of anylsing OpenDesignStudio in terms of students comments, views and favorite images to try and find any 'interesting findings'.  The data is large and complex as it is not just a social network it is based around images objects - which adds a third dimention.   We are working with Tony Hirst who is experimenting with the data using Gephi. 

You can view the first in a series of post here: Gephi Bits 1: Commnets on Social Objects in a Closed Community

Using Facebook to reduce college drop-out

This article outlines how some colleges are embracing Social Networking Sites such as Facebook to improve student retention and motivation.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/8299050.stm

100 Ways You Should Be Using Facebook in Your Classroom

This article outlines 100 ways of using Facebook within learning.  From ideas of class projects, how to facilitate communication along with benefits, tips and resource suggestions.