Twacy.org for Change You Can Believe
Posted by Robin Caldwell
Actor/comedian Tracy Morgan is now tweeting from a verified Twitter account (@RealTracyMorgan) after succumbing to the pressure of new celebrity sighting website OMGICU. Welcome Mr. Morgan to the family and follow him. {smh}
Read MoreWhat is “Net Neutrality”?
Posted by Robin Caldwell
This is one of the best explanations of Net Neutrality I’ve seen. Of course, it’s pro-broadband for all in bias, which leaves the question: Once we have broadband access for all, what will all people use to access the Net?
Read MoreKen Burns’ “The National Parks” on PBS Online features Buffalo Soldiers at Yosemite
Posted by Robin Caldwell
Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has consistently produced works that tell as much of the whole story as possible. (See Ken’s list of films here.) In fact, his PBS bio states that he has produced films that are “unafraid of controversy and tragedy.”
Read MoreScholars Anna Everett and Nichole Pinkard Discuss Digital Media, Learning
Posted by Robin Caldwell
The MacArthur Foundation (Digital Media and Learning) took the lead in funding scholarship, research and activities centered on digital media and youth culture. The videos of scholars Anna Everett (Professor, University of California Santa Barbara, Film & Media Studies) and Nichole Pinkard (Chief Technology Officer/Director, University of Chicago, Center for Urban School Improvement) were uploaded in 2006, but in 2009 the conversation continues about Internet use, digital media and the divide across communities and race.
Read MoreThe Economist: Media Convergence Forum Promo
Posted by Robin Caldwell
BlackWeb20.com isn’t sponsoring a “bring a buddy” bus trip to this conference and we’re not endorsing it, but have to admit that it is awfully smart. Huh? Watch the promo and take notes. This is our present and in the information passed in this video is our future.
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