Some of us folks in the social software field need to take a lesson from 11 year-olds & Steve Jobs. Apple Specialists are at the heart of our reputation for extraordinary customer service. You love people. Have an encyclopedic knowledge of all things Apple. And can translate...

I never thought assigning homework would be so easy but, this is social software in elementary schools. … a simple process: find leaders (the heretics who are doing things differently and making change), and then amplify their work, give them a platform, and help them find followers-and...

Cynapse’s Version control alleviates collaboration and adoption fear factor – at least among 11 and 12 year-olds. Background My last post – Kicking off social software in Sara’s elementary school illustrated how Six Graders – 11 & 12 year-olds, were quick to...

A guest post by my 8 year-old son Alex, who loves movies, thinks kids should give ratings & just wants to blog. Just one post A lot of people have blogs. But most people don’t. I think you should. Even if you only have one post in you. Having a blog is pretty daunting, especially if...

Emerging Early Adopters: With only 10 min demo, 11 & 12 year-olds pounce on social software in their elementary school. Social media tools enable them to be connected, extend their outreach, and ensure that all members can have a voice within the tribe. – Seth Godin, Tribes...