Week 4: Group Assignment (5%)

Assignment Title:

Exploring Collaborative Knowledge Sharing through Social Bookmarking

Objective:

To understand the role of community building and collaboration within online communities.

Instructions:

Part 1: Individual Tasks

Topic Selection: Each group member chooses a specific topic or area of interest related to your course or field of study. This can be a subtopic within a broader subject.

Research and Bookmarking: Research and bookmark at least five online articles, blog posts, or resources related to your chosen topic using a social bookmarking platform (e.g., Digg, Pinterest, Mix). Include annotations or brief descriptions for each bookmark.

Part 2: Group Tasks

Community Creation: Create an online community or group using a platform like Reddit, Facebook Groups, or a dedicated forum (if applicable to your course or institution).

Resource Sharing: Share the links to your individually bookmarked resources within the online community. Encourage other group members to do the same. Categorize and tag the shared resources appropriately.

Part 3: Community Engagement and Discussion

Discussion and Collaboration: Engage in discussions within the online community about the shared resources. Discuss the relevance, significance, and potential applications of the resources. Encourage other members to provide their insights and thoughts.

Part 4: Reflection and Analysis

Group Reflection: As a group, reflect on the following:

• How did the process of sharing and discussing resources impact the sense of community within your online group?
• Were there any differences in the level of engagement among group members?
• What insights or knowledge did you gain through this collaborative process?

Submission: Each group should submit a report (500 words) summarizing the key points of their presentation, along with a link to their online community (if applicable) and the social bookmarking platform containing their shared resources.

Assessment Criteria:

• Quality and relevance of individually selected resources.
• Active participation and engagement within the online community.
• Quality of discussions and collaboration within the community.
• Group reflection and analysis.

This assignment encourages students to not only explore the collaborative aspects of social bookmarking but also to understand how it can be leveraged to build and engage in online communities around shared interests and topics. It promotes critical thinking, teamwork, and the practical application of technology for community building and knowledge sharing.

 

Word Count: 600-700

No. of Pages: 4