Open Habitat seeks to create a constructive environment in which we can explore and deepen our understanding of ourselves and the universe, through the application of reason, exposure to the sciences, art, philosophy and critical thinking, based on the principle of mutual respect. By effectively exploiting the unique qualities that virtual realities, such as Second Life, offer for creating interesting educational experiences and bringing people and information together in ways that are difficult or impossible in other modes. Open Habitat welcomes individuals, groups, and institutions, offering our resources and experience for collaborative projects and activities to promote shared goals. We host numerous events, exhibits, and discussions related to the domains mentioned above, and invite you to participate and explore ourselves and our world together.
Stephen Law - Live Lecture 6 June, 11:30am PDT Best-selling UK-based author and philosopher Stephen Law argues that authoritarian and religious schools are not necessarily the answer to raising good children. Stephen Law, the author of The War For Children's Minds, explains that children need to learn about right and wrong and respect for others, but they also need to think for themselves - something that's lacking in many authoritarian-based schools. According to Law, "liberal attitudes" to r...