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Connectivism: Its place in theory-informed research and innovation in technology-enable... - 4 views

This is a helpful article in its exploration of Connectivism as a theory. Clear explanation of the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of Connectivism, leading the author to question whethe...

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started by John Potosnak on 21 Jun 14 1 follow-up, last by Dave Mulder on 22 Jun 14

Destination Imagination - 0 views

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Kelsey Ramirez on 21 Apr 15

Destination Imagination, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides project-based educational programs to foster creativity and innovation in students.

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Idaho Digital Learning Academy - Home - 0 views

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Debi Banks on 03 Sep 12

IDLA is the current school I am teaching at and this is their main site. The best school to work for, ever!

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Hannah Clark on 25 Aug 15

Our mission is to serve the students, school districts, and the State of Idaho by providing high quality public school education, aligned with state achievement standards, utilizing innovative e-learning methods of delivery.

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Networked professional learning: relating the formal and the informal | Vaessen | Front... - 3 views

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These informal networks help teachers to deal with the increasing complexity of their work
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most of what professionals learn is learnt informally
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In spite of the proven importance of informal networks, professional development of teachers is almost invariably approached in a largely formal manner
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an be remedied by aligning formal and informal learning processes through networked learning.
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informal learning activities are recognised and promoted 
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We have argued the importance of informal networked learning
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  What are the formal and informal mechanisms underlying networked professional learning, related to professional development, autonomy and management? ·         How can networked learning be positioned in the most optimal way?
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non-linear ongoing process rather than as an outcome of linear, one-off training events
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he way they learn
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When personal responsibility takes the form of accountability toward control from superiors or school inspection, spontaneous learning processes can be impeded
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Learning mechanisms: what we have seen in the literature indicates that networked learning is a natural activity through which professionals develop their expertise, in addition to participating in formal learning procedures. This form of professional development is a continuous process. Networked learning is often directly related to work practices and promoting it has proven to be effective to enhance the learning process.
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Issues of trust, freedom of choice, and willingness to share and connect are intrinsically motivated
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Cassie Davenport on 01 Jul 15

This study delves into the formal and informal aspects of networks. It highlights the need for informal in a teachers' complex job, but the struggles with qualifying/managing the occurrence. It also speaks to administrations delicate roll as a "gate-keeper" or "barrier". Interesting read.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This study delves into the formal and informal aspects of networks. It highlights the need for informal in a teachers' complex job, but the struggles with qualifying/managing the occurrence. It also speaks to administrations delicate roll as a "gate-keeper" or "barrier". Interesting read. </div>

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Megan Poindexter on 01 Jul 15

Nice find Cassie. While the study is lengthy to read it is full of excellent information. I believe the ladder half of the text (discussion and key points sections) is where the most valuable information lies. I always appreciative objectivity and honesty, and the authors of this study were clear that networks aren't for everyone. Everyone is a unique and distinct learner so to blanket the idea of a network as something that is a "must" for effective professional development wouldn't be fair. Yet, it does acknowledge that from a team initiative perspective, networks are a blank canvas and platform for maintaining open communication so all parties involved grow.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Nice find Cassie. While the study is lengthy to read it is full of excellent information. I believe the ladder half of the text (discussion and key points sections) is where the most valuable information lies. I always appreciative objectivity and honesty, and the authors of this study were clear that networks aren't for everyone. Everyone is a unique and distinct learner so to blanket the idea of a network as something that is a "must" for effective professional development wouldn't be fair. Yet, it does acknowledge that from a team initiative perspective, networks are a blank canvas and platform for maintaining open communication so all parties involved grow.</div>

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Social learning capability: Four essays on innovation and learning in social systems - 1 views

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shared by Cassie Davenport on 02 Jul 15 - No Cached

Cassie Davenport on 02 Jul 15

This is a collection of four short essays by Etienne Wenger from April 2009. Here he explores the role of an initiative of the European Social Fund. While many projects and solutions came out of this initiative, he states that it is the invisible scenes behind the projects that may be the biggest accomplishment. Wenger reiterates that more and more people are understanding the power of the learning shift from formal to informal, but more examples need to be studied as well. Interesting read.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is a collection of four short essays by Etienne Wenger from April 2009. Here he explores the role of an initiative of the European Social Fund. While many projects and solutions came out of this initiative, he states that it is the invisible scenes behind the projects that may be the biggest accomplishment. Wenger reiterates that more and more people are understanding the power of the learning shift from formal to informal, but more examples need to be studied as well. Interesting read.</div>

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Teachers and Community Members Practice TLC with PLCs - 3 views

www.edutopia.org/ning-communities-collaboration

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thwilliams on 02 Sep 15

This article provides readers the ability to consider their teaching practice and the impact PLN's (PLCs) can have on education. The article provides examples of working PLCs within different schools across the country.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article provides readers the ability to consider their teaching practice and the impact PLN's (PLCs) can have on education. The article provides examples of working PLCs within different schools across the country.</div>

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cassiefaught on 03 Sep 15

I liked this source because PLCs are something that I am very familiar with at my current school. It is interesting to see how PLCs are making a difference at different schools, because they are certainly making a difference at mine!

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I liked this source because PLCs are something that I am very familiar with at my current school. It is interesting to see how PLCs are making a difference at different schools, because they are certainly making a difference at mine!</div>

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Kelly Kenney on 03 Sep 15

First, I love edutopia. Second, I loved how it is directly related to PLN's and PLC's in education. Like Cassie, I too am familiar with PLC's at my current school. I definitely love how they allow collaboration. In my opinion, this is something that needs to be done in all districts. PLN's are very powerful!

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">First, I love edutopia. Second, I loved how it is directly related to PLN's and PLC's in education. Like Cassie, I too am familiar with PLC's at my current school. I definitely love how they allow collaboration. In my opinion, this is something that needs to be done in all districts. PLN's are very powerful!</div>

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timrstark on 04 Sep 15

In the article I liked the quote right in the beginning change doesn't need to come from heroic individuals. I have been a part of a PLC at my school for 3 years now and really enjoy the collaboration that I have among my colleagues. My school has seen a lot of innovation and positive change come from our PLCs.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In the article I liked the quote right in the beginning change doesn't need to come from heroic individuals. I have been a part of a PLC at my school for 3 years now and really enjoy the collaboration that I have among my colleagues. My school has seen a lot of innovation and positive change come from our PLCs.</div>

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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.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">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.</div>

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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.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">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.</div>

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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.

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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.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">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.</div>

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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.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">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.</div>

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Eduvation - 3 views

eduvation.ca

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Jennifer Frost on 28 Jun 15

**This website is ran by Ken Steele, an amazing man in the field of educational technology. His information is based for the Canadian audience, which is excellent for me. He is worth checking out!** Browse our "IdeaBank" for innovative ideas and best practices in institutional strategy, pedagogy, marketing, student services, and more... and please contribute some of your own "Bright Ideas" for recognition among your peers!

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">**This website is ran by Ken Steele, an amazing man in the field of educational technology. His information is based for the Canadian audience, which is excellent for me. He is worth checking out!** Browse our "IdeaBank" for innovative ideas and best practices in institutional strategy, pedagogy, marketing, student services, and more... and please contribute some of your own "Bright Ideas" for recognition among your peers!</div>

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Lisa Nielsen: The Innovative Educator: Celebrating Science Fair Projects with Twitter - 1 views

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Hanna Coleman on 16 Jul 13

This project takes place during a science fair and utilizes Twitter. As judges view the science projects, students ask simple "interview" questions and tweet the judge's responses using a common hashtag. Parents, students, and community members are able to comment and provide encouragement.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This project takes place during a science fair and utilizes Twitter. As judges view the science projects, students ask simple "interview" questions and tweet the judge's responses using a common hashtag. Parents, students, and community members are able to comment and provide encouragement. </div>

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Places to Go: Connectivism & Connective Knowledge - 3 views

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David Mato on 06 Sep 15

Connectivism is an adaptation to constructivism for the digital age that we are living and the technology that goes with it. It is a red flag that indicates that all theories have to adapt to the time. This means that it is great that we look forward and get adapted to the XXI century but there is still an important foundation in well-established learning theories like constructivism.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Connectivism is an adaptation to constructivism for the digital age that we are living and the technology that goes with it. It is a red flag that indicates that all theories have to adapt to the time. This means that it is great that we look forward and get adapted to the XXI century but there is still an important foundation in well-established learning theories like constructivism.</div>

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Connectivism: Its Place in Theory-Informed Research and Innovation in Technology Enabl... - 2 views

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Heather Berlin on 05 Sep 15

Connectivism is a learning theory for the digital age. It is known as a mix between behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism. Web 2.0 services are making it easier for people to produce their own information and ideas. Learners and teachers are attempting to integrate technology into all types of learning environments to accommodate 21st Century learning.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Connectivism is a learning theory for the digital age. It is known as a mix between behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism. Web 2.0 services are making it easier for people to produce their own information and ideas. Learners and teachers are attempting to integrate technology into all types of learning environments to accommodate 21st Century learning.</div>

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Apple - Accessibility - iOS - 0 views

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Intuitive by design, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch also come with assistive features that allow people with disabilities to experience the fun and function of iOS. With these innovative technologies built right in, iOS devices become powerful and affordable assistive devices.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Intuitive by design, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch also come with assistive features that allow people with disabilities to experience the fun and function of iOS. With these innovative technologies built right in, iOS devices become powerful and affordable assistive devices.</div>

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Social Media 3.0: Developing a connected mindset through intentional practice. - 0 views

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Online Professional Learning Program - January 2010 - News and Events - Research and In... - 0 views

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In January 2010, the Department offered a program of free, online conferences to support teacher professional learning. The program of web conferences covered the domains of Literacy, Maths, Science and ICT

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IDE Corp. - Innovative Designs for Education - 0 views

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A great example!

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The central platform for crowdsourcing US Government challenges, contests, competitions... - 1 views

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Great website for PBL ideas!

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The Innovative Educator: Turn Your iPad or iTouch into a Document Camera - 0 views

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Ag Gaire on 05 Sep 11

short blog entry describing how the iPad (or iTouch) can be used as a document camera in a classroom by connecting it to the projector

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From Inside Walled Gardens, Social Networks Are Suffocating The Internet As We Know It ... - 0 views

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Social Media's Next Act: Disappearing, Private, Secret-Filled Networks | Fast Company |... - 0 views

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