Below is a review of general concepts. For more details see the PDF
Best practices for working in TSL
1. What happens in the teen grid stays in the teen grid.
2. Create multiple places of meaning.
3. If you build it, they will come.
4. Go beyond TSL.
Best practices for bringing a youth development model into TSL
1. Build, build, build!
2. Don’t just build; design and manipulate avatars.
3. Think globally, act locally.
4. Know when teens know best.
Best practices in workshop design and facilitation in TSL
1. Use real world content when addressing real world issues.
2. Don’t wait until someone has the floor to start typing.
3. Don’t fear multiple communication channels.
4. Incorporate processing into the activity, not just as a final step.
Best practices in program design for TSL
1. Employ effective, rigorous, targeted recruitment.
2. Replace the dominant TSL culture with the GK Island culture.
3. Carefully design and build the tools required.
4. Ensure the program is designed for the recruited participants
