edu.cyn.in – Social Software in Schools Maybe it’s time that there be a service that’s only for kids. – Jason Calacanis at 1:13:29 into TWiST #50 Anniversary Show Lon Harris, Creative Director at ThisWeekIn brought up an interesting story on Anthony Orsini, the...

How to turn an unknown social network of yours into your kids safety net and maybe even help you start connecting too. Be nice to nerds. Chances are you’ll end up working for one. – Bill Gates Background I have two start-up projects underway. The first, Twetailer was inspired by...

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...

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...