I liked the idea of this site, in that it invited people
to join in on interacting with them (the students) as well as take
part in this WIB.
Although it appeared that most, if not all of the contributions
were from the G3 students themselves, I believe that the idea will
soon catch on. The probable cause for this lack of feedback would
probably be due to the fact that this (CyberPsychology in general)
is such a new phenomenon. The name and notoriety of the WIB has
probably not reached enough or the right people. With a little time,
the WIB will probably catch on and there will be contributions left
and right.
One problem I see about the continuing of this online database
activity though, is that the contributions are encouraged to be E-mailed
to the specific student. Many roadblocks could get in the way even
before a contribution could find itself on the web page.
Over all, I think Generation 3's attempt at making a Database of Knowledge
was one of success. Once the word gets around on the 'net and it is
inforced more in the classroom, the WIB can, and will become a success...
Above is the task-flow diagram for the W.I.B. (World
Ideas Database), the work of Generation 3 - CyberPsychology 409. To
see a larger version of the image (which is clickable), simply click on it.
The purpose of the WIB is to provide a meaningful databank of contributions
from G3, as well as visitors to the site. Technically speaking (a.k.a.
straight from the page), the WIB is a place to "leave behind a
description of their SELVES embroiled in some societal activity."
A solution I see in continuing students picking up where G3
left off would be to send it to a single E-mail address (e.g. the
professor's) that would be checked for the length of the life of
the WIB, or to make an interactive form for contributors to fill out.
This would make for easier accessibility, changeover and contribution.
