Using Ning as an Educational Technology

         Ning (http://www.ning.com/ ) is an online platform for users to create their own social website and social network. What I like about this tool is that it permits me to create custom social networks for a particular topic or need, and cater to specific audiences. I would create a website for each class and post upcoming events, test, or resources that can help my learners understand the weekly topic better or in a different view. I would also use Ning for group work by taking advantage of their built in blogging, discussion forums, and live chat capabilities. This would help promote collaboration within the group, the class, and with me.