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danielarichard

Childrens Internet Protection Act - 0 views

www.fcc.gov/...ldrens-internet-protection-act

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  • danielarichard on 13 Sep 14
     
    I did not know that the government required schools to filter information if taking part on an E-rate discount. A simple article but has a lot of important content.
Sarah Baughman

7 Things You Should Know About Personal Learning Environments - 5 views

www.educause.edu/...personal-learning-environments

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  • Sarah Baughman on 04 Sep 14
     
    This is a link to download a PDF that gives goes in depth about what a personal learning environment is, how it compares to a LMS, and even gives some downsides. I really like this document as it increased my knowledge of PLNs.
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  • Ross Craycraft on 05 Sep 14
     
    Great resource here. I really like the set up of the resource that explains PLNs, explains how they are being utilized now, their importance, and where they are going. Another great resource from Educause.
  • toddsvecusa on 08 Sep 14
     
    I really liked this resource. I have not done much work with PLN's, and this helped me get a better grasp of the concept. The resource really explains how PLN's should be used and what they can and can't help with. I enjoyed the resource. Thank you for sharing.
  • B Bernheim on 08 Sep 14
     
    Sarah - I think you found a gem here. When I began to read the article, I felt that the writer was advocating a narrow focus - solely academic contributors to a PLN/PLE. As I read, the writer added the need to have a variety of contributors in a PLN. The writer addressed the need for members of a PLN to possess information fluency to distinguish a contributor speaking from a position of authority vs someone writing a narrative opinion. I hope (speaking with what little I know) to expand and grow a PLN that has both elements.
Christina Moore

A challenge to connectivism - 2 views

learningevolves.wikispaces.com/kerr

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  • Christina Moore on 11 Sep 12
     
    Invited by Siemens, Kerr offers a challenge to the theory of connectivism.
  • Levi Fletcher on 16 Sep 14
     
    Interesting read. Admittedly, the dine differences between learning theories is a bit beyond me, but if Siemens thought it was important that people heard the counter view then it must be substantive. While some of the comments by Kerr don't seem to necessarily counter Siemens' views, they certainly do add to the conversation.
Rebecca Olien

Proposing an integrated research framework for connectivism: Utilizing theoretical syne... - 3 views

www.irrodl.org/...1816

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  • Melissa Getz on 19 Jun 13
     
    Don't let the academic sound of the title push you away from reading this article. The author, Bopelo Boitshwarelo, presents arguments: "This paper set out to propose a research framework that will aid in advancing the research agenda of connectivism, particularly developmental work. " It is very dense with lots of synthesis of research that has been done on Activity Theory, Connectivism, and Communities of Practice from 2000 - 2011, when it was published. If you need to do a content-based paper on activity theory, connectivism, or communities of practice, this has several references listed at the end that will help you find original sources of ideas.
  • Dennis Large on 22 Jun 13
     
    Thanks Melissa, this is helpful. No doubt that many of us are going to benefit from this type of research in our own academic pursuits. As you said, this study is fairly dense. But I also found that it breaks things down in nice chunks. I liked the explanation that a learning community is "a group of people learning together through continuous dialogue."
  • Rebecca Olien on 05 Sep 13
     
    The author, Bopelo Boitshwarelo, from University of Botswana, points out the interconnections of online communities of practice, design-based research, and activity theory. The author proposes designed-based research as a framework to advance connectivism. I found the first half of this article particularly helpful with definitions and key points synthesized from pioneers in the field of connectivism. Central ideas encompass the importance of learners connecting in a CoP both as providers and gleaners of information. Learning networks or communities of practice are complex and dynamic in nature, providing challenges to researchers and studying their effectiveness. The article provides food for thought about the complexities of the interconnections of these theories and the development of frameworks to monitor and assess learning success when putting them into practice.
Dennis Large

Personal Learning Environments - Measuring the Impact - 4 views

ibuchem.wordpress.com/...ironments-measuring-the-impact

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  • Dennis Large on 20 Jun 13
     
    The author of this article, Ilona Buchem, is a co-author of a PLE study titled Understanding Personal Learning Environments: Literature review and synthesis through the Activity Theory Lens. In the study the authors propose a framework they call the Activity Theory Triangle. The theory attempts to define the main dimensions of a PLE in order to study their impact.
  • Cate Tolnai on 21 Jun 13
     
    The true impact of PLEs needs to be measured/documented/observed/shared in order to ensure their sustainability. Great image and important components of documentation are noted.
Molly Large

What is a "Professional Learning Community"? - 4 views

www.kckps.org/...t_l1_what.pdf

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  • Molly Large on 20 Jun 13
     
    This article by Richard DuFour, one of the key voices in PLC professional development, identifies what distinguishes a PLC from other Communities of Practice. PLCs in schools are focused on student achievement, and creating a common understanding of what students should know and be able to do, how we will know when a student has reached mastery, and what we will do when a student is not successful.
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  • Dennis Large on 22 Jun 13
     
    Great article Molly. I had the opportunity to go through a two-day training with the DuFours this past fall. IN their workshop, just as in this article, they stressed these two ideas: 1) emphasize learning instead of teaching, 2) hold teachers (and admins, and students) accountable for the learning. As DuFour states in this article, "Professional learning communities judge their effectiveness on the basis of results."
  • Ashley Eivins on 22 Jun 13
     
    I also had the opportunity to go through a training with the DuFours, but for three days last summer. I felt their were spectacular. Communication and problem solving are also important aspects of PLCs. #EdTechSN
  • Todd Hansen on 22 Jun 13
     
    I am developing my curriculum into a more blended environment. I think the professional learning communities and collaboration suggested here could really help me overcome some barriers. Thank you.
nickurban

Connectivism: New Paradigm or Fascinating Pot-Pourri? - 0 views

services.economia.unitn.it/...250

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  • nickurban on 02 Jul 15
     
    "We do not always construct, but always connect". This line is the central philosophy in this article that argues about the importance of online educational and informational fields in the connection of information. One interesting piece that is identified is in reference to schools and connectivism. The author illustrates that simply putting technology into the hands of students to access the web will not produce learning. As many of us have talked about in the EdTech program, simply using e-learning does not produce learning. However, the theory of connectivism argues that it can strengthen information and learning while also producing areas for students to collaborate and learn later on.
Melodie Worthington

Pros and Cons of Connectivism as a Learning Theory - 11 views

www.ijmra.us/...IJMRA-PSS1296.pdf

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  • Clayton Mitchell on 09 Sep 12
     
    The authors look at connectivism through the lens of a literature review and a qualitative interview session with educators. With these sources the paper examines the pros and cons of connectivism including its limitations as a postulated theory. The conclusions drawn are that behaviourism, cognitivism and constructivism fall short to fully explain modern learning realities, but that it is unclear if connectivism can be seen as the next stage of learning theory evolution for several reasons.
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  • Alyssa Rose on 09 Sep 12
     
    I think the explanation on how established beliefs and learning help new information to be routed through connections that have previously been made really helps to establish the point that in Connectivism in order to gain knowledge, one has to continually update existing connections and seek to make other connections outside of the realm of what is already known.
  • Nate Cannon on 09 Sep 12
     
    I like how this article points out that you HAVE to have the "ability to see connections between fields, ideas, and concepts is a core skill" in order for connectivism to really have a chance to work!
  • Debi Banks on 10 Sep 12
     
    This is a great article. It talks about how knowledge is growing faster and what we need to do to keep up with it. It was great to read about Pros and Cons because you would think there would mostly be Pros but you have to think how this affects older generations not just younger generations and how technology is constantly changing. Thank you!
  • Deborah Lyman on 11 Sep 12
     
    As educational technologists, connectivism almost seems like a natural next step to ensuring that are graduating students are prepared for college and the work force. This includes a working knowledge of technology and many of its applications. This seems as though it is as important as reading, writing and arithmetic. However, for many educators technology is a source of great anxiety. They feel as though teaching connectivity and networking is a waste of precious time in the classroom. This article did a great job of bringing to light the pros as well of the cons.
  • Melodie Worthington on 30 Jun 15
     
    A very detailed definition of connectivism, including comparisons in many categories with other learning theories and descriptions of pros and cons.
  • Megan Poindexter on 01 Jul 15
     
    You are right about this being a "very detailed" definition of connectivism. I appreciate is the "conclusions and suggestions" section which challenges the labeling of connectivism as a learning theory as opposed to a pedagogical approach. I completed a research paper in EDTECH501 in regards to the relationship of connectivism and mastery learning, and never once did I read about this debate. To me, the fact that connectivism is more concerned with the process of learning rather than the end product proves that it is in fact a learning theory.
  • nickurban on 02 Jul 15
     
    I really agree this article does a nice job contradicting the value or criteria of connectivism as a learning theory versus a pedagogical approach. Many of you discussed this above so I will leave it alone. The piece I wanted to comment on came at the end of the article when the author brought up the idea that older teachers take longer to learn the digital aspects and are less likely to engage in adapting the practice. Where younger teachers who grew up in this era are more apt to use and utilize web 2.0 tools in their teaching and engage in this model of teaching and learning themselves. I have to be honest that I saw some of these same things in our school when we went to a 1:1 iPad. Many of the younger and newer teachers jumped in and had very little learning curve in understanding what was happening. Where older teachers struggled or resisted the change. I would be interested in what others experiences were as well?
anonymous

A learning theory for the digital age - 1 views

Siemens, G. (2014). Connectivism: A learning theory for the digital age. Retrieved from: http://www.itdl.org/journal/jan_05/article01.htm The author states that technology has caused the knowledge...

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Kelly Kenney

Website #10- Connectivism - 8 views

education-2020.wikispaces.com/Connectivism

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  • Emmett Wemp on 22 Jun 14
     
    This is a pretty simple explanation of connectivism. Basically it is about adding nodes to your PLN which connects you to another resource.
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  • Katy Cooper on 22 Jun 14
     
    I appreciate the simple explanation this article provides. "Connectivism is driven by the understanding that decisions are based on rapidly altering foundations. New information is continually being acquired." This aspect help solidify the idea that knowledge is not finite and gaining it is never over. Connectivism provides a way to help make sense of our knowledge potential in light of constant change in technology.
  • John Potosnak on 22 Jun 14
     
    This is a great resource for Connectivism. I felt that this theory was more dense then PLNs and CoPs and many articles I looked at were difficult to follow. I like how the theory is broken down here and includes helpful videos. I will be using this resource to help with my creative expression project.
  • Tsisana Palmer on 22 Jun 14
     
    Thank you for sharing! I also found the simplicity of the explanation great in order to grasp the concept. By referring to Connectivism as to "a learning theory for a digital age" makes it easy to remember that it is a new theory (since the digital era is also relatively new.) That, in turn, may also affect the way we perceive the main principles of Connectivism (outline in the article): learning as a process of connecting specialized nodes or information sources, learning residing in non-human appliances, and the need to maintain connections to facilitate continual learning, among others. Due to such an abundance of information in the digital era, the key point in the article for me was "the ability to draw distinctions between important and unimportant information is vital"! A skill is yet to be mastered!
  • danielbmc on 23 Jun 14
     
    While not really dealing with the theory, I thought the video demonstrating how Connectivism works was really well done. It was interesting to see the path a student might follow and how their web expands.
  • Matt Hoge on 24 Jun 14
     
    Usually when I see anything WIki that has to do with research I have the initial tendency to try to stay far away because in my undergrad years I was constantly reminded to pursue peer reviewed articles. What I really appreciate about this resource is how simple and basic it is on Connectivism. This wikispace provides all the "nuts and bolts" of Connectivism and is a great starting point for digging deeper into understanding its theory. Great find!
  • Kelly Kenney on 01 Sep 15
     
    "Connectivism is a learning theory promoted by Stephen Downes and George Siemens." Learning occurs with connections in networks. This article believes that with connectivism we can move to a new age of learning. Learning can be more collaborative and global. With connectivism we see the use of networks with nodes and connections to elaborate on our learning.
thwilliams

Teacher Development Research Review: Keys to Educator Success - 0 views

www.edutopia.org/elopment-research-keys-success

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  • Stacie Barker on 10 Sep 13
     
    This article discusses the benefits of professional development and the correlation with student achievement.
  • thwilliams on 02 Sep 15
     
    This article at first glance focuses on the keys to success as an educator. Within this article though, there is a section explaining the importance of PLNs. One main point of the article states that PLNs (and PLCs) offer teachers an opportunity to have ongoing community that impacts a teacher's practice more than a traditional pro-d session.
Rob Johnson

Personal Learning Environments: Challenging the dominant design of educational systems - 5 views

ubir.bolton.ac.uk/...iec_journalspr-9.pdf

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  • Jennie Finafrock on 21 Jun 14
     
    This article discusses the components of the current educational structure and how they can be detrimental to continued learning. It also proposes an alternative structure that promotes shared connections and networking.
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  • cholthaus on 21 Jun 14
     
    The concept model of the PLE provided a good visual of what it should look like. The symmetric relationships clearly define how the user needs to actively contribute to the environment along with use or consume what it available from others. In the 21st century, PLE's can very easily be global which just brings that much more information to the users. The emphasis on tags, lists, and smart groups just reinforces the importance of making sure to remember to use them. I have not been very good in the past of using tags, but have recently realized how much of a difference is made when looking for information.
  • Cody Peacock on 22 Jun 14
     
    This article is about switching from a virtual learning environment (VLE), originally introduced to help facilitate technology in education, to personal learning environment (PLE) where technology and social interaction are used to enhance individuals learning experience. The advantages of a PLE include focus on coordinating connections between the user and services, symmetric relationships, individualized context, open internet standards, open content and remix culture, and personal and global scope.
  • Emmett Wemp on 22 Jun 14
     
    I found it interesting how the traditional model of teaching could be enhanced to accommodate the lifelong learner. I liked how it gave a new approach to allow for a more symmetrical learning experience as well.
  • bluejayteacher on 08 Sep 14
     
    Written in 2007, this article purposes an "alternative design" to online education that seeks to expose students to a variety of different technologies instead of having them master one. It would then ask students to share new found resources and ideas with other students. Although this "new" concept is clearly the type of education the MET program subscribes to, it is interesting to read about it in a hypothetical sense.
  • Rob Johnson on 04 Jul 15
     
    This article argues that personal learning networks will help advance the field of education technology. The author explains the differences between the dominant design of education technology and personal learning networks. The author states that personal learning networks will help people build relationships and connections.
Melodie Worthington

Connectivism: A Digital Social Learning Theory - 8 views

www.mhwilleke.com/digital-social-learning-theory

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  • Forrest Doud on 07 Sep 13
     
    This article looks at connectivism as "the embodiment of social learning theory in the digital age." It breaks down questions posed by Seimens in terms of how technology and networks connect with learning theories as well as how these translate into the principles of his theory. The values of connectivism as presented by Downes are also highlighted. Specifically it offered a good rationale for why behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism have limitations in the digital age which give rise to the need for researching connectivism.
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  • Jodi Stevens on 08 Sep 13
     
    favorite quote, "It is important, though, to recognize that technological age has changed the face of learning so significantly that new approaches should be considered and studied."
  • Nona Barker on 09 Sep 13
     
    Jodi, I too selected a quote when I was reading this article ... I didn't see your post because I went right to the article! My favourite quote is different though: "Downes (2007) states that 'to teach is to model and demonstrate, to learn is to practice and reflect' (p. 1) as a summation of connectivism." Another thing I appreciate about this article is how concisely it incorporates Downes and Siemens ideas about Connectivism. It boils everything down into a simple "this is how it is" approach. Nice, quick read!
  • Christina Modrell on 09 Sep 13
     
    I liked reading Siemens principles of connectivism. They give great meaning to using connectivism in teaching. I think that the teacher must be able to explain the process before they can put into affect.
  • Melodie Worthington on 03 Jul 15
     
    A good description of how connectivism is a social learning theory for the digital age. An interesting quote about other learning theories: "While these theories are essential to learning in many environments, a new dimension of principles must be developed when learning moves into informal, networked and technological enabled areas."
  • Elizabeth Wood on 05 Jul 15
     
    Melodie, this is a nice and concise article about connectivism. The author does a good job of explaining Downes and Siemens work in a clear but not overly wordy way, especially with the bulleted lists.
  • caaskin on 06 Jul 15
     
    This article provides a succinct overview of connectivism. I particularly like how the author concludes with the point that all social learning starts with the individual and then branches out from there to networks and organizations before returning new knowledge to the individual.
  • Cassie Davenport on 06 Jul 15
     
    Melodie, thank you for sharing this resource. I appreciate the article as it defines connectivism. Yet the authors are careful to point out that the theory is still developing and needs more research. It is healthy to learn that while the digital age is new so are those researching and exploring the informal learning groups that surround it theories. I appreciate the concise explanations and bulleted lists as well.
anonymous

Communities of Practice in Mathematics Education. - 4 views

http://link.springer.com.libproxy.boisestate.edu/referenceworkentry/10.1007%2F978-94-007-4978-8_25 Forman, E. A. (2014). Communities of Practice in Mathematics Education. In Encyclopedia of Mathem...

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Mindi Torrey

Faculty Perceptions of Technology in Higher Ed - 3 views

literacyachievementgap.pbworks.com/...hghg.pdf

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  • Mindi Torrey on 02 Jul 15
     
    This paper explores faculty views with respect to tech literacy, tech training, and pedagogy. The upshot is that to more broadly integrate technology in higher ed, more effective faculty training is required.
  • nickurban on 02 Jul 15
     
    I really like the point within the paper where they identify the aspects that must be considered when training in a teacher. He states four main points about technology teacher training that I think are really relevant in where education is going today. 1. Education training takes considerably longer to learn than learning a new teaching model. 2. Access to technology at home and at school is essential. 3. Fear of the unknown must be addressed. And 4. The use of technology will force teachers to re-conceptualize the way in which they teach. I think these are 4 very interesting talking points when looking at the use of social networks and highlights the importance of using CoP's and Learning Networks to have each group benefit.
Rob Johnson

The role of communities of practice in a digital age. - 16 views

I thought that this was a very informative blog post. I really liked the way that the author broke down the information and included a graphic to help. It was also very interesting to learn about h...

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started by anonymous on 01 Jul 15 3 follow-ups, last by Rob Johnson on 05 Jul 15
tygrogan

New Directions in Education Policy Implementation - 1 views

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  • tygrogan on 06 Jul 15
     
    A book by Meredith Honig, Chapter 2 outlines Communities of Practice. Takes on the viewpoint of COPs and implementing policy in education. Quote: "A growing body of policy research supports the notion that teachers' professional relationships play an important role in teacher learning."
Danielle Leone

The Connected Educator: Building a Professional Learning Network - 5 views

www.allisonrossett.com/...-professional-learning-network

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  • bwiedeman on 05 Sep 14
     
    This is a guest written article about creating a PLN. It has very good graphics illustrating a PLN. It also describes the different components of a PLN including information aggregation tools and the social media connections. It even shows the step for a beginner to get started including resources to use and also blogs to follow. Short and sweet and to the point.
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  • cbjohnsrud on 04 Jul 15
     
    A PLN is a system of interpersonal connections that support informal learning experiences. With the prevelance of social media, edcuators have a variety of tools to connect with other educators around the globe. Adults are not the only ones who can benefit from PLNs; students can develop their own PLNs to learn more about a topic or concept of interest to develop their learning.
  • Elizabeth Wood on 05 Jul 15
     
    Hi Cinnamon! Great resource! I really thought some of the graphics and links included in the article were helpful. The section on information aggregation and social media connections at the end of the article was especially helpful.
  • Danielle Leone on 05 Sep 15
     
    This article provides a snapshot of how personal learning networks work and their benefits. Torrey Trust explains that PLNs allow for professional development to be catered to your specific needs at that moment. Educators can seek instant feedback for questions or ideas they may share. She also outlines the main tools that make PLNs work, information aggregation and social media. It is a good article to for educators new to PLNs. It provides a good understanding of why PLNs are important to professional development and also explains the ways in which the information is shared.
timrstark

Website #9 Connectivist Learning Theory - 5 views

One thing that popped out to me in this article was on the importance of maintaining a Personal Learning Network. So much work by teachers now is to inspire students to be life long learners. I won...

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started by Kelly Kenney on 01 Sep 15 1 follow-up, last by timrstark on 04 Sep 15
thwilliams

Connectivism: A Learning Theory for the Digital Age - 1 views

er.dut.ac.za/69

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  • thwilliams on 02 Sep 15
     
    This article looks at the importance of connectivism in education with the addition of technology. The author explains the principles of connectivism and implications of leadership, information and the design of learning environments.
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