"Are you a lurker" offers a balanced, non judgemental perspective on this interesting phenomenon which seems to get some people's knickers in a knot- not sure why. It's somewhat of an oxymoron to mouth acceptance of individual differences and respect for others yet endeavour to impose social etiquette behaviours on the group which may make some feel uncomfortable.
I've heard 'lurkers' referred to as 'peripheral learners', not sure where, but I far prefer it. After all, we're not Spartan warriors off to fight at our own little Thermopylae-the stakes aren't life threatening !
What a great blogpost. I hope to see more posts from you in cck11 if you find the time.
ReplyDeleteApologies Linn. I just uncovered this comment. I never anticipated anyone else reading my blog. It's more a reflective process for me. Just reinforces the fact that we are never truly alone when on the web. It's great to see fellow PLENKERS popping up unnanounced still providing support and leads to future learning.
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