1. The Never-Ending Story

Would you want to participate in a creative work that could never be wholly yours? The never-ending story allows users to add their own contributions to an ongoing effort. Each person writes a small part of the story and lets others continue it. Find a never-ending story site and contribute a small piece. Consider sites such as Coder.com. Do you feel this is legitimate art?

2. Finding an Expert

Expert information is a vital resource for any journalist. The problem is finding experts when you need them. Randomly pick one of the majors in your college. Your job is to find an expert in that area. You may not choose a communications related major. Nor may you choose your own major. You may combine topics or be more specific than a major. The expert must live at least 100 miles away. Collect the name, credentials and contact information on your expert. Why is this the person to call? How did you find them online? Several online services provide expert listings including: About.com and Experts.yahoo.com. In addition, several industry associations and universities have "speakers bureaus."

3. Reach Out

Find an electronic greeting card company and send someone a card. You can try sites like Bluemountain.com, Greetings.yahoo.com or (if angry) Annoy.com. Do you feel the electronic greeting card is a reasonable substitute for paper greeting cards? Are people being separated or brought closer together by this kind of electronic communication system?