What is Ning?
Like FaceBook, Linked In and MySpace, Ning is a social networking tool.
Ning is a free online service that allows you to easily develop and customize a social network.
How are people using Ning?
? Many are creating social networks for university/college alumni as a way for them to reconnect. Howard University Alumni Association: {http://howardlivenetwork.ning.com}
? Some are creating networks to share information and media about projects they are working on. Miners Story Project at the University of Arizona Mineral Museum and UASC: {http://uaminersstory.ning.com}
? While others are creating professional networks where they share ideas and resources, discuss current trends, and of course network! Classroom 2.0: {http://www.classroom20.com}
This hands-on workshop is designed for persons interested in creating a social network using Ning.
Activities for this class include:
? Overview of Social Networks
? Overview of Ning and its features
? Review of the Towson Emerging Technology site (created using Ning)
? Create a social network site using Ning
Prerequisites: Come with ideas!
For additional information and to register, please visit the OTS training Web site at {hhtp://www.towson.edu/otstraining}.
Go to {http://www.towson.edu/adminfinance/ots/ciat/emergingtechnology/ning} to view the Ning Brown Bag Promo.
