Online+Communication

Online Communication
 * Awareness:** I was familiar with Skype from the Conti interview. DimDim looked like a pretty powerful application and one that would be fun to play with.


 * Exploration:** I setup two accounts in DimDim and did the screen sharing and a whiteboard demonstration in my lab. I'm fortunate to have a sixth grade team member who is very interested in what we are doing so when I set up an account for me, I set one up for her and we practice in the lab. Works out great for eliminating problems. Judy A., LeAnne C. and I decided to use Skype. Just to refresh I ran Skype on two computers in the lab so when LeAnne C. called I would be prepared.

I think there is something in the water that entices Bartlesvilleans to own exotic creatures.
 * Learning:** I had a great time visiting with LeAnne C. and Judy. I think we went from acquaintances to friends. LeAnne has a 5 ft python, a tarantula, and assassin fish. If something happens to any of you, and you come back as a gerbal, do not go visit LeAnne. Judy has a bearded dragon; looks like a giant horny toad.

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 * Application:** Great for keeping in touch with friends and family, but that is about it. DimDim has several features more suited for webinars.