Classy Makeovers

Today in class we discussed Makeovers and how they related to "class" (as in the socio-economic level). I'm wondering if you noticed any sort of "class" issues on your virtual world? Also, what do you think about the concept of "makeovers" as they pertain to your avatar? Could you relate makeovers to avatar creation? How do you think this effects virtual world users?

Online race

Last week we discussed how the media frames race, in other words how the media defines race--what it means to be a member of a certain race, what that race is about, what the problem of race is. This week we talked about how the media informs or influences identity just as those in power influence or inform identity. My question is how are these notions working in your online virtual worlds? How does Habbo Hotel or Virtual Barbie define race? Does race exist in virtual worlds? How? Is there a race "problem" online? How?

Questions you want answered . . .

This might be a good point to check in and see if you all can offer up any advice on your virtual worlds, or find answers to questions bugging you about your experiences so far. You may use this post to ask questions to classmates about their virtual worlds or find out "how to" in the online spaces.