This week we were to explore Second World. What a crazy experience for me with an infinite learning curve. Having never played a video game in my life I was starting with no virtual experience.

Second World is exhausting. You may laugh as it is a virtual world and you never leave your seat. But, there are worlds to fly over, endless walking, so much to see. A lot of extra energy is used when you walk into walls and get stuck behind a tree.

There were a lot of beautiful things to behold. In my mind I realize that I touched the tip of the iceberg. Some of my favorite places to explore were English city and Drive by ESL. Each of these places warrant further exploration and discovery. These locations will eventually find their way into my classroom!

Interacting with the other avatar's was similar to my high school experience. I felt like the nerd all over again. These types of interactions will take time and practice. It takes courage to enter a new world and try to chat with a stranger. My opinion of Second World is Under Construction!

Everyone gasp! This is a provocative adult image. Believe me I received an education far away from the classroom. "Griefers" were messing with me and I got sent to a bizarre site. It was a little like being new to a city and stepping into a bar and getting that feeling that maybe you are in over your head. My wish is that everyone had a virtual guide to lead them through some of the pitfalls. I watched a lot of tutorials, but there is nothing that prepares you for the real thing. The virtual thing??

Adobe Connect is a fantastic tool. My AHA! moment came this weekend when Shewyn had to guide me through Second World. Also she helped me tweak my e-portfolio. (TWICE) For some reason things were not cooperating with me. The screen sharing and the discussion with a real person helped calm me down and point me in the right direction. This is a great tool and even though it has a 2-D format and there aren't that many bells and whistles, no scantily clad avatars, this is a valuable learning resource, I know I was on adobe connect most of the weekend! Thank you Shelwyn you have unbelievable patience.

What a weekend for new experiences, a meltdown and a reboot! K