WHAT IS eRepublik
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ERepublik

eRepublik aims for convergence between social networking sites + strategy games. Banner advertising revenue is primarily where their market value is acquired. In addition, you invest real money via paypal, credit cards….into virtual food, other items:

Does this game provide valued educational value? Is it relevant in the real world? Can I put this on my CV? If I become the Prime Minister of Great Britain can I put that on my CV? Shouldn’t I be trying to find a real job first? Does this provide the task focus that will lead to my getting a real job? Is real life simply getting in the way of my Avatar?

Is this game too NATIONALISTIC?

Is there a broadening potential for informative, skill-based online games? Is this an effective tool or an unwanted distraction? Can a similar game be created to help teach the complexities of democratic openness? Why is Plato the game instructor?