"On the web, a new "Friend" may be just a click away, but true connection is harder to find and express. Ze Frank presents a medley of zany Internet toys that require deep participation -- and reward it with something more nourishing. You're invited, if you promise you'll share."
I took a look at a different perspective in social networking as presented by Ze Frank. Ze presents a wide range of collaboration via the Internet which allows people all over the globe to socially interact on special topics that they can choose from. Ze introduces a topic and acts as the moderator for the cases he presents; however anyone can accomplish this on their own. The main requirement for people who are interested is to participate in the activities.
The technologies and capabilities delivered and broadcasted allow for a different type of social networking. Facebook for example allows individuals to interact through posts of words, photos & videos and shared links much like what Ze is showing the audience. However what is proposed in the Internet Playroom is an added ability to “socialize” interactively without everyone knowing who you are.
“The Internet is first and foremost a communication technology, with the potential to change peoples’ social interaction.” (Shklovski, Kiesler & Kraut 2006) There is a belief that there are physiological, sociological and medical benefits for people and patients to interact in a forum that presents no form of criticality or negative judgment that is often experienced in a face to face social setting. The Internet provides more individuality as an equal without common social barriers and social class challenges that would inhibit interaction behaviors.
The interaction innovation delivered by Ze allows us that ability to further research similar technologies that are prevalent in this class. The CS855 Futuring of technology so far includes 2nd life, blogging, and the use of social media resources that allow the delivery of collaboration at a different level.
Two question- points to take away from this discussion:
1. What other benefits can be realized by people or businesses through the social collaboration and interaction using the Internet?
2. What additional capabilities can be developed and delivered to encourage social interaction for people, patients and businesses?
References:
Shklovski, I., Kiesler, S., & Kraut, R. (2006). The Internet and social interaction. In M. B. Kraut & S. Kiesler (Eds.), Computers, phones, and the Internet (pp. 251-264). New York: Oxford University Press.
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