Unit Notes - FDWO Week 1: The Big Picture

Facilitating ISWO Week 1: Getting Started & Community

ISWO Week 1 - Getting Started & Community

A lot of important things take place in the first week that will lay the groundwork and set the tone for the rest of the course.  Not only do we get to know each other (through Introduction posts, etc), but we also aim to foster an atmosphere of active participation and experimentation.

Like much of the ISWO, Unit 1 is very "meta" - we learn about community by building community.  As a facilitator, it is important that you

• have your introduction posted before the course begins
• be brave and transparent in using technology