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Open today from 9am to 9pm  •  September 9, 2010

Teens : Digital Delvers

Oz Island Takes a Budgetary Hit

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For the past couple of years I have had the privilege to sponsor the Teen Second Lifers club here at TSCPL. Teens were able to access Oz Island, a private secure sim/island.   During that time more than 180 teens were exposed to the 3D virtual world.  They had the opportunity to attend programs and week-long workshops provided by KU Professor Stacey Fox and TSCPL’s Diana Sowers.  

Needless to say, I’m sad to see the demise Of Oz Island.   Thank you to ALL that supported this program.

Attend and Win

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Yep! Allen attended the Game Art Programs this week.  He was the lucky winner of an Express Yourself t-shirt from the... ...

Light Years Ahead of Some of the Technology

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Written by the Set Director

Technology has invaded everything in our lives.  It is everywhere and it is nearly impossible to get away from it.  Everything, including the kitchen sink, is affected by it.  To tell you the truth, I feel both ways...

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Most Enjoyable & Educational Thing I’ve ever Done in School

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By Alice's Sister AKA Sarah

Technology is an integral part of today’s world. Through my involvement with Teen Second Life, I have learned that creativity is an important part of the learning process, advanced technologically, and learned to cope...

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Creativity Is an Important Part of the Learning Process

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Alice In Wonderland/Teen Second Life Essay
Technology is an integral part of today’s world. Through my involvement with Teen Second Life, I have learned what 3-D animation is all about, advanced technologically, learned to appreciate technology,...

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