Telematic Performance : exploring embodiment at a distanceThis Internally Sponsored Studio* will explore a broad spectrum of  Telematic or Networked Performance practices from paper cup telephones  to Stelarc to Second Life, including a consideration of how these  technologies and practices relate to distance learning and other  solutions to practice across sites.  What is embodiment? How does the  connection of multiple sites enhance or obstruct our experience of the  work presented, or does it somehow create a new experience? We will  examine and experiment with musical/dance/theater/performance art and  other works that are sited in multiple locations simultaneously and  demand a connection between the spaces to function.  The course will  include visits (lectures/workshops) from several notable artists in  the field.*NOTE: This course explores a new model for research at RISD, internal  sponsorship.  RISD’s Continuing Education Program is sponsoring/ supporting this course as a progressive model of intra-RISD research.   The projects and thinking that emerge from this course will not be  dictated by the sponsor but will be used by them to think through/ inspire conversation about some of the issues and opportunities in  developing future online learning offerings at RISD.