Chatroom value

Well, since we are not having a chat this week we need to post about the value of the chat. I think chat rooms as a tool for the class can be invaluable in distance learning. Yes email and instant messaging can accomplish most of the same thing, but not all. Chat rooms give that feel that we are actually in a classroom. There are awkward pauses/silences of contemplation. There are also times when everyone is talking at once. I really enjoy those moments. Chat allows for everyone to accomplish in a few minutes what might take a day of emailing and instant messaging. It becomes so more efficient for some interactions. I personally never use chat rooms outside of my classes. But that is only because my family needs me and I don't have time. I can see great value in going to chat rooms focused on certain issues in politics, recreation, relationships, education, and so on.