My Ideal Digital Learning Community

I think there are four very important attributes that contribute to a great Digital Learning Community, or DLC.

1) I think it is the number one priority for most active participants that the community is free.  This will allow more people to access the community and engage with others.  Many students do not have the resources to buy a membership for a DLC.

                                               
2)  I also think that the website must be user friendly so that participants do not feel overwhelmed or intimidated when they begin exploring the site.  If students become overwhelmed, they may simply give up and move on to a different DLC.
                                                   
3) The website must be appealing and engaging to interested people.  It can be interactive to include participants in their learning, but it must catch their attention first.
                                                
4) In addition to the immediate appeal, and ease of the website, the information must be credible and current.  Information should be updated regularly, and be provided by reliable resources to ensure accurate information.