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A Virtual U3A has to have a place to be a ‘home’ on the Internet. This ‘home’ is what is known as a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
The reason for using a VLE is to give the vU3A a structure to help it organize its various activities. Establishments using the same system include schools, colleges and universities throughout the world.
The VLE chosen by the Virtual U3A is powered by PBworks and it is interesting to note that a number of schools and Universities have chosen Pbwiki for their own learning projects. We call the vU3A customisation of PBworks, vU3A Wiki, which then becomes the starting point for all new members of the Virtual U3A. See introductory video. There is also a very limited version of the wiki on the Demo Wiki page.
To join up, you will need to complete an application form and pay the subscription.
Please note that part of the process of taking part in study can involve a procedure of collaborative editing called ‘wikiing’. This process is discussed separately on the present website and should not be confused with the name of our group pages which also include the word ‘Wiki’.
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