Managing a Class in Second Life, 1st Monday

I've been apprehensive about working in SL since I don't have any formal training. After last evening's class, I feel more confident that I can find some way to use SL in my OAD courses and/or program. I enjoyed the SL class taught by Bryan Carter in SL. This experience is so valuable for me, and I learned so much in two hours. As in any class, orientation and the first classes are very important. I suggest that Owens creates a Student Center Building for Orientation of all students who will be learning in the SL environment. We discussed in class how Orientation Island in SL is very confusing. Others recommended looking at NMC, New Media Consortium, ISTE, and ASTD sites. It was also suggested that we consider offering a face-to-face meeting with our students to orient them to SL and address issues such as voice chat, etc. I am feeling more confident with my sabbatical topic now. I'm getting a head start for sure, but I like to stay ahead of schedule. I'm really looking forward to the SL Convention in Tampa in early September.