Virtual Playground

I never got around to publishing my research paper on Social Networking and Identity Development for the Marshall McLuhan class I took in the Fall. This 14 page paper outlines the research I synthesized from various cutting-edge researchers on the topic of how socializing online affects children's development, specifically their sense of self, or identity.
You can read it here: http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dg9rtthh_5g6zxftfp

Mom and Dad Friends on My Space?

The Washington Post had an interesting article on Sunday March 9th, entitled "When Mom Or Dad Asks to Be A Facebook Friend." I saw it linked on news aggregator Digg. If you're a parent who is considering being a more active participant in your child's online facebook life, the article gives interesting tips and perspectives from both kids and parents.