180 Day 17 Notes
March 28, 2000
One Minute Papers
Big Point
Self interest motivates communication but altruism exists
Reject notion that acts that cost more than they gain imply “feel good” self interest—altruism exists
Self interest is not (necessarily) a negative concept
Online reference offers unique challenges
1-1 interaction may be different from M-M interaction
Are personal web pages created for personal gain (self interest)?
Is giving/sharing a socialized characteristic and are there gender differences?
How die open source become an organized movement?
Can open source communities withstand stresses/changes?
Is there an altruism gene?
4. The one-minute paper concept
What was the big point you learned in class today?
What is the main, unanswered question you leave class with today?