Simulated+Diaries+(System)

Definition
Writing a blog as if you were someone else, while others do the same while simulating other people. Continuing the process over a period of time during which events unfold. Simulated authors also respond to changes in the environment as posted on a central news blog maintained by the instructor. They may also respond to comments posted by others outside the learning environment.

When to Use
When you want to give learners a reason and vehicle for developing understanding of a particular time and place or of an individual. The blog authors being simulated can be real or fictional. Particularly useful when you want to prepare users to respond to a shifting environment in a realistic way.

Participant Actions
Researching background to maintain historical accuracy and internal consistency. Brainstorming the thoughts and actions reported in the blog. Commenting on the blog.

Example A non-educational example is [|The Spot], recently revived as a [|soap opera on cell phones].