In reply to Sandra Smith.

Hi Sandra,

Thanks for your insight into how to create online communities. Synchronous sessions can definitely help establish a community, but you’ve pointed out that it’s not for everyone so your comment “opportunity to connect exists”, whether they join is up to each student – no pressure or lost marks, just the opportunity to join.

With Kaltura adding video is now easier than ever and enhances engagement as well as creates a community of learning. For those who may not be familiar, here’s a video on how to add video discussions using Kaltura:
(http://admin.video.ubc.ca/index.php/extwidget/openGraph/wid/0_3c59rzke)

Thanks for introducing the word "meatspace", I’ve never heard of it, but we are experiencing it every day.

Thanks again for your contribution.

Ken