In the Horizon Project I learned about how social operating systems are affecting our lives in science, health, and the environment. The category I focused on was science. I learned that scientists are criticizing the internet because many people are overlooking their work and focusing on blogs written by popular bloggers. This is frustrating many scientists because they are losing their authority on the internet.

This project is very important because not only do we learn about new, upcoming t… Continue

I agree with Don Tapscott's view on education. Times have changed and now the classrooms need to change as well. Technology has become a major part of everyone's life, and it should be included in the classrooms. Teachers now more than ever need to include the outside world in their teachings, instead of standing in front of the room and reading out of a textbook. Since the business world is changing, teachers need to prepare us even more. Technology has improved so why shouldn't our classrooms?

In computer class we are using a new website called Del.icio.us, which is a social bookmarking website. It allows you to bookmark your favorite websites, so you don't have to remember the names of all them. Once you find a website, you tag it so you will be able to find it later with no trouble at all.

One website I found regarding my topic was a blog post about social operating systems. It is very useful because it explains what my topic… Continue