Freidmen states that "the dynamic force in Globalization 3.0-the force that gives it its unique character-is the prfound power for individuals to collaborate and compete globally" (p10)
The importance of individual collaboration of students and teachers has almost become old hat (though of utmost importance) in the few short weeks that we've been together. The possiblity of students working with people from around the world gives them no limits to what they can learn.
The competition factor however is something thatI feel will be the diatomic opposite of Freidmen's business examples. In business groups compete to accomplish goals or innovate products before anyone else so they optimize profits. In class rooms, the focus of the teacher is not to horde all of the availble resources so their classes are the in the highest scoring percentile. But to use what works and share it with others. Globalization 3.0 makes this possible anywhere on the planet where there is internet access and not within the confines of one brick building.
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