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Fwd: [ciresearchers] FW: 3 minute movie about the commons.
by gene loeb 21 Oct '11

21 Oct '11

This makes you think about sharing resources. Gene ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: michael gurstein <gurstein(a)gmail.com> Date: Wed, Oct 19, 2011 at 4:02 PM Subject: [ciresearchers] FW: 3 minute movie about the commons. To: ciresearchers(a)vancouvercommunity.net, cracin-canada(a)vancouvercommunity.net, ci-research-sa(a)vcn.bc.ca Cc: Thomas Lowenhaupt <toml(a)communisphere.com> ** Well worth a look... M -----Original Message----- *From:* Thomas Lowenhaupt [mailto:toml@communisphere.com] *Sent:* Tuesday, October 18, 2011 3:22 PM *To:* Alex Smirnow; Robert Pollard; Michael Gurstein; Michael Johnson; Jeffrey Lowenhaupt; John Moran; Patti Lowenhaupt *Subject:* 3 minute movie about the commons. It's been suggested that the .nyc TLD is a commons. See this 3 minute movie about the commons. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7jaSjkd0jM Best, Tom -- With Sincerest Best Wishes , Gene Gene Loeb, Ph.D.

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Internet Mutations: Resistance and Control CfP
by Tessa Houghton 21 Oct '11

21 Oct '11

Please distribute as appropriate: *CfP: Internet Mutations: Resistance and Control * *Editors:* Erika Pearson (University of Otago, NZ) Tessa Houghton (University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus) *Contacts:* erika.pearson(a)otago.ac.nz tessa.houghton(a)nottingham.edu.my *Dates:* Chapter proposals (title + 300-word (max) abstract + brief CV of the author/s) are sought by 12/12/ 2011 for consideration by the publisher (Springer). The internet is contested: issues as diverse as censorship, connectivity, digital divides, hacking and hacktivism, grass-root resistance in virtual worlds and even what apps you can buy from an online store all affect how people as individuals, as consumers, and as citizens engage both with and on the internet. Utopian and dystopian ideals have now given way to an experience of the internet which has scope for everything from grassroots communication and social mobilization through to totalitarian regimes attempts to shutdown citizen access to these tools. Acts of resistance and acts of control utilize the same tools and sometimes even the same modes of communication and interaction, and often it is only a matter of perspective as to what is ‘resistance’ and what is ‘control.’ This book brings together multiple perspectives on the internet as a contested and contestable space, and in doing so, we highlight the complex interplay of social, technical, economic and political factors that construct the digital landscape of the twenty-first century. This book will focus its attentions on struggle: the ways the internet is used as a site of debate and tension, resistance and control, and is thus itself contested. Furthermore, this book will situate itself within the Asia-Pacific context as exemplifying the global contestations, and raise and explore issues of resistance and control that particularly impact internet users and online producers from the region as they extend out into cyberspace, and extend the internet into their everyday lives. This call is seeking potential chapter submissions from any disciplinary area related to the themes of this book. Possible chapter topics include (but are not limited to): • Censorship • Copyright and intellectual property • Online activism & political dissent • Access & equity • Grass-root resistance in virtual worlds & gaming • Privacy & security • The role of the state/private interests • Changing paradigms of education and training • Issues of transnational information flows • Mobile technologies and nomadic access ----------------------------- Dr Tessa J. Houghton<http://www.nottingham.edu.my/Modern-Languages/People/tessa.houghton> Assistant Professor in Media and Communication School of Modern Languages and Cultures The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus<http://www.nottingham.edu.my/index.aspx> Malaysia ph: +60 3 8924 8704 e: tessa.houghton(a)nottingham.edu.my <tessa.houghton(a)gmail.com> twitter: @TidgeH <https://twitter.com/#%21/TidgeH> "If one could conclude as to the nature of the Creator from a study of creation, it would appear that God has an inordinate fondness for stars and beetles." - J.B.S. Haldane

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Survey of Comm Tech College Classes
by CarrieLynn Reinhard 20 Oct '11

20 Oct '11

I'm a first-semester assistant professor at a small private university that wants to expand its comm tech courses for undergraduates. I'm trying to get an idea of the current state of the field of college classes that talk about new media and other communication technology. I do so to know what to say to my department as to what is going on out there -- not to steal anyone's trade secrets. I'm interested in finding commonalities: what are others teaching about this phenomena doing that we could consider to be standards across the various courses? What are some challenges teachers are facing preparing and conducting these courses? What are common ways of teaching about the media in our students' lives? Are there things we teach in common? And how do we handle the ever-changing nature of the subject we teach? CarrieLynn D. Reinhard, PhD

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Two positions: social media and communication technology
by Greg Wise 20 Oct '11

20 Oct '11

The Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences within the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University has embarked upon a strategic effort to build scholarly and pedagogical expertise in social media and communication technology. As part of this initiative we are seeking faculty from across the social science disciplines who examine communication technology and social media in a variety of contexts and settings. These positions represent the initial hires devoted to this strategic effort. More information about the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences can be found at http://newcollege.asu.edu/sbs/. Social Change and Communication Technology The division seeks an associate or full professor with expertise in social change and communication technology. The successful candidate will be able to develop courses, teach, and conduct research that examines the role and impact of communication technology in society. Of particular interest are scholars who explore the impact of social media on society, organizations, and social change and those who investigate the societal shifts that result from new communication technologies. Required Qualifications include: a PhD in Sociology or a closely-related discipline; evidence of an ongoing research program and level of publication consistent with tenured associate or full professor rank; evidence of successful college/university teaching; ability and willingness to teach undergraduate and graduate degree courses within the division; and relevant administrative experience. Application procedure: Send the following items electronically to Jamie.Howell(a)asu.edu<mailto:Jamie.Howell@asu.edu>: 1) a letter of application, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) three samples of scholarly work and 4) the names and contact information for three references (references will not be contacted without candidate notification). Application deadline: November 14, 2011; if not filled, every other Monday thereafter until search is closed. New Media and Media Campaigns The division seeks an assistant professor with expertise in new media and media campaigns. The successful candidate will be able to develop courses, teach, and conduct research in the areas of new media, social media, and communication campaigns. Of particular interest are scholars who explore the use of social media in public campaigns and social movements including but not limited to health campaigns, political resistance, and civil discourse. Required Qualifications include: a PhD in communication or a related discipline by August, 2012; evidence of an ongoing research program and level of publication consistent with experience; evidence of successful college/university teaching; ability to teach undergraduate and graduate communication degree courses. Application procedure: Send the following items electronically to Jamie.Howell(a)asu.edu<mailto:Jamie.Howell@asu.edu>: 1) a letter of application, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) three samples of scholarly work and 4) the names and contact information for three references (references will not be contacted without candidate notification). Application deadline: November 14, 2011 Division Statement/Gen Info Members of our division are committed to excellence in teaching and research and SBS is proud of the accomplishments of our faculty, students, and graduates. We are a research-oriented division where our priority is the discovery of new knowledge and understandings about human behavior, social issues and cultural processes; the application of that knowledge to the betterment of physical, mental, and social health; and the transmission of that knowledge to our students and the community of Arizona. Students have the opportunity to participate in faculty-student collaborative research projects, explore cross-cultural and global perspectives in their courses, access the latest computer technology for projects and assignments, and apply what they have learned in a variety of community-based internship sites across the Phoenix metropolitan area. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful outcome (as determined by the university) of the pre-employment screening activities, including a criminal history check (or a fingerprint check), under Arizona Board of Regents policy 6-709. Arizona State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. ASU's complete non-discrimination statement may be found at: https://www.asu.edu/titleIX.

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Assistant Professor opening in School of Journalism At University of Texas
by Johnson, Thomas J 20 Oct '11

20 Oct '11

The UT School of Journalism has another faculty opening. Please pass this along to anyone you think might be interested and a good fit for the job. Here are the details: The University of Texas at Austin’s School of Journalism invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor, beginning Fall 2012, to join our faculty of distinguished scholars and professionals as we launch our new converged curriculum in our new facilities in the Belo Center for New Media. Candidates’ research interests should be relevant to the vital issues of the day concerning the evolution of journalism and its contributions to a democratic society, including the changing economics, professional roles, and institutional structure of media and/or the impact of the emerging new media on journalism, citizenship and the public sphere nationally and globally. Additionally, applications are encouraged from those with interests in qualitative methods, issue-driven reporting, visual media, or cross-platform journalism; candidates with diverse training and methodological approaches; and candidates with relevant professional experience. Applicants should have earned their PhD in Journalism or a related field by August of 2012. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to sustaining a vigorous program of original research and publication with potential for external funding; show promise of excellence in graduate-level teaching and mentoring (both M.A. and Ph.D.); and demonstrate the capacity and commitment to teach undergraduate journalism context courses and/or professionally-oriented journalism skills courses. Other desirable qualifications include the ability to work collaboratively within the School and College, and with scholars in other disciplines on campus and internationally. The School offers the B.J., M.A., and Ph.D. and is housed within a top-ranked College of Communication, which includes the nationally regarded Departments of Advertising & Public Relations, Radio-Television-Film, Communication Studies, and Communication Science and Disorders. Applicant Instructions: Screening of applicants will begin November 15, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. Send curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three references, and a statement of interest in the position to: Thomas Johnson, Search Chair; School of Journalism; University of Texas at Austin; 1 University Station A1000; Austin, TX 78712-0113; email applications accepted at: tom.johnson(a)austin.utexas.edu<mailto:tom.johnson@austin.utexas.edu>. The School is committed to achieving diversity in its faculty, students, and curriculum, and it welcomes applicants who can help achieve these objectives.

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IRB and social media follow-up
by Shelia Cotten 20 Oct '11

20 Oct '11

Hi everyone. I just wanted to follow-up on the use of social media for my grad Survey Research Methods class project. I appreciate all the comments, suggestions, and support provided! I took the advice of several people and talked with our IRB rep and the IRB agreed to let us use social media. Their main issue was of people identifying themselves as respondents. Unfortunately we can't control that but we've included some wording to hopefully help (per the IRB). I'll be posting the contact info and link to the survey soon and you'll be able to see the information that we had to provide/note. Once again, I thank everyone who offered support, advice, etc. I conveyed the feedback to my students and they were really impressed with the speedy feedback and the support! I hope you'll all respond to the survey and also forward it to others in your social networks! Shelia *************************************** Shelia R. Cotten, PhD Professor Department of Sociology University of Alabama, Birmingham 460N Heritage Hall 1530 3rd Ave S. Birmingham, AL 35294-1152 205-934-8678 cotten(a)uab.edu Twitter: @shelia_cotten

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New Book: Internet and Surveillance: The Challenges of Web 2.0 and Social Media
by Christian Fuchs 20 Oct '11

20 Oct '11

Fuchs, Christian, Kees Boersma, Anders Albrechtslund and Marisol Sandoval (Eds.). 2011. Internet and Surveillance: The Challenges of Web 2.0 and Social Media. New York: Routledge. ISBN 978-0-415-89160-8. EU COST Publication. 332 pages. http://fuchs.uti.at/books/internet-and-surveillance-the-challenges-of-web-2… With contributions by: Anders Albrechtslund, Thomas Allmer, Mark Andrejevic, David Arditi, Roberto Armengol, Kees Boersma, Miyase Christensen, Christian Fuchs, David W. Hill, André Jansson, Deborah G. Johnson, David Lyon, Thomas Mathiesen, Marisol Sandoval, Iván Székely, Monika Taddicken, Daniel Trottier, Kent Wayland, Rolf H. Weber The publication has been supported by EU COST – European Cooperation in Science and Technology and the EU COST Action IS0807 “Living in Surveillance Societies“. This book is the first ever published volume that is dedicated to Internet surveillance in the age of what has come to be termed “social media” or “web 2.0″ (blogs, wikis, file sharing, social networking sites, microblogs, user-generated content sites, etc). The Internet has been transformed in the past years from a system primarily oriented on information provision into a medium for communication and community-building. The notion of “Web 2.0”, social software, and social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter and MySpace have emerged in this context. With such platforms comes the massive provision and storage of personal data that are systematically evaluated, marketed, and used for targeting users with advertising. In a world of global economic competition, economic crisis, and fear of terrorism after 9/11, both corporations and state institutions have a growing interest in accessing this personal data. Here, contributors explore this changing landscape by addressing topics such as commercial data collection by advertising, consumer sites and interactive media; self-disclosure in the social web; surveillance of file-sharers; privacy in the age of the internet; civil watch-surveillance on social networking sites; and networked interactive surveillance in transnational space. This book is a result of a research action launched by the intergovernmental network COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology). -- Prof. Christian Fuchs Chair in Media and Communication Studies Department of Informatics and Media Uppsala University Kyrkogårdsgatan 10 Box 513 751 20 Uppsala Sweden christian.fuchs(a)im.uu.se Tel +46 (0) 18 471 1019 http://fuchs.uti.at http://www.im.uu.se NetPolitics Blog: http://fuchs.uti.at/blog Editor of tripleC: http://www.triple-c.se Book "Foundations of Critical Media and Information Studies" (Routledge 2011) Book "Internet and Society" (Paperback, Routledge 2010)

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from cyborgs to fb (be) + fb generation (de) + spion sota (be)
by Seda Guerses 20 Oct '11

20 Oct '11

hey everyone, here an announcement of three social network related events and publications. i apologize for cross-postings. friday 21. of october, there is an event in brussels titled: from cyborgs to facebook: technological dreams and feminist critiques (in english/french/dutch) taking place at amazone. entrance costs 8-12euros. the event is organized by the sophia network. http://www.sophia.be/index.php/nl/events/view/1631 oliver leistert and theo roehle have edited a compilation with the title: generation facebook: ueber das leben im social net (in german) published by transcript http://www.transcript-verlag.de/ts1859/ts1859.php In diesem Band kommen internationale Autorinnen und Autoren zu Wort, die erstmals eine umfassende medien- und kulturkritische Perspektive auf Facebook entwickeln. In fundierten theoretischen Beiträgen – u.a. von Geert Lovink – sowie perspektivenreichen Kommentaren – u.a. von Saskia Sassen – werden die wichtigsten Facetten des Phänomens untersucht und die Konsequenzen dieser neuen Form von Sozialität analysiert. and, finally, in the belgium based international project spion we just completed a report on state-of-the-art of research in certain subfields of computer science, communication studies, educational science, behavioral economics, and legal studies with respect to privacy and security in online social networks. you can download the document here (in english) http://www.cosic.esat.kuleuven.be/publications/article-2077.pdf we look forward to any comments and questions. kindly, s.

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Help with upload speeds in New York City: Occupy Wall Street
by Monica Barratt 20 Oct '11

20 Oct '11

The following message is from John Anderson: ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: John Anderson <john(a)diymedia.net> Date: 19 October 2011 19:54 Subject: Re: [Air-L] Help with upload speeds in New York City: Occupy Wall Street To: Monica Barratt <tronica(a)gmail.com> Hey Monica - Could you forward the txt below to the AIR-L list in my stead? I have changed e-mail addresses recently and am awaiting re-approval to post --- The feed from Liberty Plaza (nee Zuccotti Park) is running off a very weak mesh wi-fi connection and wi-fi cell cards (expensive!). For folks who would like to help the #OWS media team: Follow and DM on Twitter: @globalrevlive and @nycrevmedia (tell 'em @rotundaradio sent ya!) Join the channel #mediateams on Internet Relay Chat: http://chat.indymedia.org/ (or direct thru an IRC client) irc://irc.indymedia.org If all else fails, contact Dan Feidt - hongpong(a)hongpong.com - who is effectively curating the feed at http://livestream.com/globalrevolution/ (tell 'em @rotundaradio sent ya!) There's only a handful of us on the #OWS media team, and very few are in NYC proper. Help! -John -------------------- John Anderson, Ph.D. http://www.diymedia.net

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social media and Occupy Wall Street - talk tonight in NYC
by Paul Levinson 19 Oct '11

19 Oct '11

Connected the Film <https://www.facebook.com/connectedthefilm> after Wednesday Oct 19, 7:15pm screening: Media Theorist and Fordham University Professor Paul Levinson will discuss how the current evolution of media has led to a revitalization of direct democracy, percolating in the world-wide Occupy Wall Street protests. http://paullevinson.blogspot.c om/2011/10/occupy-wall-street-direct-democracy.html NYC at the Angelika Film Center! West Houston & Bway. Please share with your friends in NYC:) Buy tickets here. http://www.fandango.com/angeli kafilmcenter_aaeci/theaterpage?date=10%2F19%2F2011 -Paul

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