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Jessica Rouse

How to Create a Robust & Meaningful PLN - 1 views

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  • Jodi Stevens on 06 Sep 13
     
    This post describes how educators can develop a personal learning network that supports meaningful and relevant learning. Makes a distinction between personal learning environment and personal learning network.
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  • Jason Marconi on 08 Sep 13
     
    I recently posted a power point presentation by Pam Murray that has a broken link so this article discussion will take its place. In the article creating a robust and meaningful-pesronal-learning-network author Gabrielle Even does a great job detailing what a PLN is through her own leraning of personal networks and how she has used blogging, twitter, goodreads and other platforms to develop PLNs. I like that she details what a PLN has in common with PLE's as well as how they differ. Finally I enjoyed her "how to" use a PLN by providing the example of a MOOC and how to best utilize that to transform your understanding of a personal learning network.
  • Jessica Rouse on 08 Sep 13
     
    This blog is a very interesting read about PLN's. It is nicely laid out and makes learning about PLNs very easy. I also think it offers great tips on how to create a meaningful PLN.
  • Stacie Barker on 10 Sep 13
     
    I didn't realize there was a difference between PLN's and PLE's. PLN's do seem to take more work and energy to set up and maintain.
  • Stacie Barker on 10 Sep 13
     
    I didn't realize there was a difference between PLN's and PLE's. It does seems like PLN's take more work and energy to set up and maintain.
Jason Marconi

Jason Marconi- Evernote - 3 views

http://www.evernote.com I recently just started integrating Evernote with writing my lesson plans and lecture notes. In my classes I have a mixed bag of students. Some of my students have varying...

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started by Jason Marconi on 01 Sep 13 no follow-up yet
Rebecca Olien

Nielsen report on social networking's new global footprint - 0 views

cn.nielsen.com/...-Media-Report_FINAL_090911.pdf

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shared by Rebecca Olien on 05 Sep 13 - No Cached
  • Rebecca Olien on 05 Sep 13
     
    I found the Nielson report cited in several of the articles I reviewed and decided to check it out. The Nielson report typically cites was published in 2009 and so instead I retrieved a more recent (2011) report on the state of social media. This is a fascinating graphic display of the synthesis and major findings of research on the use of social media both in the United States and globally. This is important as we consider the needs and possibilities of using the connected learning theories reviewed in our reading. The data gathered reflects a continued rise in access of social networks and blogs across a wide variety of demographics. Information such as 4 out of 5 active Internet users now visit SN and blogs cannot be ignored as we consider the impact this has on instructional design and education technology applications.
Marta Stoeckel

Trevor Cox on YouTube - 0 views

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shared by Marta Stoeckel on 01 Mar 14 - No Cached
  • Marta Stoeckel on 01 Mar 14
     
    I recently heard an interview with acoustic engineer Trevor Cox and discovered his YouTube channel as a result. He's got some amazing videos related to sound that could be a great hypermedia tool for a science classroom.
thescottthompson

How Teachers Are Using Blended Learning Right Now - 0 views

www.edudemic.com/...ers-are-using-blended-learning

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shared by thescottthompson on 14 Jul 13 - No Cached
  • thescottthompson on 14 Jul 13
     
    Lethbridge College (Alberta, CA) recently unveiled an infographic demonstrating the results of their 2012 survey of 164 instructors regarding their teaching (online and face-to-face) and technology.
Jennie Finafrock

Communities of Practice: A Brief Introduction - 6 views

I found this article very helpful! I just recently heard the term "community of practice" for the first time. This article truly helped me to understand that this is not a new thing by any means. A...

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started by cholthaus on 18 Jun 14 2 follow-ups, last by Jennie Finafrock on 22 Jun 14
Matt Hoge

Using communities of practice to enhance interdisciplinary teaching: lessons from four ... - 2 views

http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/07294360.2013.832168#.U6its41dVfk This resource is a recent article (24 oct 2013) that deals with a study conducted at four Australian institutions seeki...

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started by Matt Hoge on 23 Jun 14 no follow-up yet
Katy Cooper

From Twitter to Edmodo: Schools Collaborate With Social Media -- THE Journal - 0 views

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shared by Katy Cooper on 20 Jul 14 - No Cached
  • An AP biology teacher created a shared hashtag on Twitter for students to use when completing an assignment about the stages of meiosis. The creative challenge was to be succinct enough to describe each stage in 140 characters or fewer.
  • group of New Milford students who recently went on a 10-day trip to Europe to study the Holocaust blogged about their experience every day.
  • Google Docs, and it is now a Google Apps school. Students can work on the same documents from various locations and at different times.
alexisseidl

Places to Go: Connectivism & Connective Knowledge - 3 views

bsili.3csn.org/...vism__Connective_Knowledge.pdf

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shared by alexisseidl on 21 Jun 14 - No Cached
  • Jennie Finafrock on 21 Jun 14
     
    This article is actually an introduction to a course offered by the University of Manitoba. My favorite part of this article is the diagram "that shows how the different elements and various technologies are linked together." However, throughout the article it offers various links that I also found interesting.
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  • lisanebe on 01 Sep 14
     
    This is an article by Stephen Downes, discussing the course Connectivism and Connective Knowledge. I was interested to see how many elements of connectivism were built into the course structure. I also liked the visual map at the beginning of the article. All sources for the article were 2008 or prior, which made me wonder how much has changed and if the article is still valid. It prompted me to dig further.
  • alexisseidl on 07 Sep 14
     
    This article is written by Stephen Downes. In this article he discusses the online course that he created called Connectivism and Connective Knowledge. This course focuses on one of the more recent trends to emerge, connectivism. The visual map in the article shows how different elements and technologies all link together.
  • bluejayteacher on 08 Sep 14
     
    I saw Downe's article/work referenced on a few other sites, so this ties up a few things for me. However, the visual map has far too much going on for my brain to focus. Seriously- that thing is wild.
Mindi Torrey

Integrating Technology in Higher Ed - 0 views

associations.missouristate.edu/...tegrationinHigherEducation.pdf

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shared by Mindi Torrey on 02 Jul 15 - No Cached
  • Mindi Torrey on 02 Jul 15
     
    This paper gives a literature review of recent research on integrating technology in higher education. There are lots of resources here!
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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shared by Rob Johnson on 21 Jun 14 - No Cached
  • 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.
Danielle Leone

http://www.gonevirtual.org/uploads/6/0/8/6/6086473/creating_personal_learning_networks_... - 3 views

www.gonevirtual.org/..._programs_through_twitter_.pdf

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shared by Danielle Leone on 03 Jul 15 - No Cached
  • cbjohnsrud on 03 Jul 15
     
    In this study, the role of a PLN using Twitter in a teacher preparation program. Teachers who were already using Twitter found that the power of Twitter as a PLN came not from the sharing of resources, but from the collaboration and conversations of other educators. Many new teachers were initially hesitant to use Twitter as a PLN, but with virtual mentors and an explanation as to the power of a PLN, new educators were more likely to use it as a powerful tool to develop their teaching practice.
  • Cassie Davenport on 06 Jul 15
     
    I found this study particularly interesting as recently read a blog post by Etienne and Bev Wenger about whether or not colleges are utilizing the ideas of community of practice in their teacher prep programs. The findings of the study are not particularly surprising, teachers are hesitant to use Twitter but find the collaboration worthwhile. Both control groups were graduate students, I would be interested to find out if this is being implemented in any capacity at the undergrad level.
  • Danielle Leone on 06 Sep 15
     
    This study discusses the concept of using PLNs during teacher preparation programs. It discusses how newer teachers are more hesitant to use social media like Twitter and do not understand how valuable the tool can be. The studies findings emphasizes how PLNs promote professional development and allow for instant feedback through conversations and collaboration. The study also discusses how some teachers are hesitant at first, which I think is common thread for new and veteran teachers.
Chris Pontillo

Technology Integration for the New 21st Century Learning | NAESP - 0 views

www.naesp.org/...ation-new-21st-century-learner

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shared by Chris Pontillo on 30 Jul 12 - No Cached
  • Cybil Hill on 30 Jul 12
     
    This is an article that discusses the 21st century learner. It is an interesting article and was written recently.
  • Chris Pontillo on 06 Sep 15
     
    This is a really good article on Tech Integration that I came across on the National Association of Elementary School Principals webpage. It explains technology integration and its benefits. It also lays out a plan for how administrators can begin to "develop a progressive technology-infused program." Though the article was written in 2012, I think it's just as relevant today as when it was first published.
anonymous

Community of Practice Design Guide - 14 views

net.educause.edu/...nli0531.pdf

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shared by anonymous on 20 Jun 13 - No Cached
  • Dana Daines-Smith on 20 Jun 13
     
    Defines CoP's and reinforces that CoP's focus on sharing knowledge and developing best practices. Identifies CoP's as a model for connecting people for learning, knowledge sharing, collaboration and organizational development. Provides great key questions for growth of a CoP.
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  • Melissa Getz on 22 Jun 13
     
    Even though I am becoming more acclimated to the non-linear arrangements of websites and the Internet, in general, it is still nice to see a well formatted document that clearly lists its points and is somewhat old-fashioned in presenting more recently cultivated information. This is the type of arrangement I needed to help me visualize CoP's.
  • Stacie Barker on 10 Sep 13
     
    How to guide on using Communities of Practice in higher education.
  • Renee Phoenix on 02 Jul 15
     
    A step by step guide for designing and cultivating CoPs from the Educause Library of free resources
  • nickurban on 02 Jul 15
     
    I really enjoyed this article as it did provide a very clear distinction to a CoP and how they generate around a particular goal or common objectives. The one aspect of the article that I found really fascinating dealt with how to create a CoP and how it spoke of the cultivation of a CoP. It is not something that grows automatically, but must be intentional in nature. This requires the design, formalization of the community, and planning activities and core concepts for the CoP. It is not imperative that a CoP is fully structured from the beginning as the CoP will ultimately identfiy its main tenants over the period of growth.
  • Megan Gooding on 04 Jul 15
     
    This guide provides a practical interpretation of the theoretical underpinnings of communities of practice (CoPs) in higher education. The guide begins with a definition, review of the purpose of CoPs, as well as their lifecycle. The authors also outline the stages of development in a CoP. This section includes guiding questions and activities to help others facilitate the development process within their own CoPs. I found this resource to be helpful in visualizing the process of developing CoPs.
  • cassiefaught on 03 Sep 15
     
    This source is set up differently than the others that I found. It is focused more on why communities are important, and how to build them. It also provides some good visuals that represent types of communities, how to grow communities, and different ways to grow and cultivate those relationships and communities.
  • anonymous on 08 Sep 15
     
    This is a great guide from Educause on the "nuts and bolts" of establishing a PLN. This resource provides a step-by-step guide to establishing a CoP.
  • Innovative Educator on 08 Sep 15
     
    This article is really helpful since it gives practical there are some things you can do. My favorite is "Design." You can not just set up spaces and expect people to interact. You have to drive purpose and there has to be meaning there.
Jason Marconi

Evernote | Remember everything with Evernote, Skitch and our other great apps. - 1 views

www.evernote.com/

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shared by Jason Marconi on 14 Sep 11 - Cached
  • Eric Warren on 14 Sep 11
     
    Save your ideas, things you like, things you hear, and things you see. Evernote works with nearly every computer, phone and mobile device out there. Search by keyword, tag or even printed and handwritten text inside images. Get Evernote. It's free.
  • Jason Marconi on 27 Aug 13
     
    I recently just started integrating Evernote with writing my lesson plans and lecture notes. In my classes I have a mixed bag of students. Some of my students have varying degrees of IEPs. For along time students who needed audiobook publisher support, to have the chapter notes read to them were bound by 1. The book we were using in class and if it had that type of support and 2. What the publisher thought was important to include in the audio, which often does not provide alternate examples for the concepts the student are trying to learn. With the record Evernote feature I have a simple and easy way to integrate audio and send my recorded lecture notes, examples and recorded exam questions to the students that need this type of alternative learning experience . I'm aware there are other resources where this was possible. Evernote just happens to be in my opinion the best one stop app to write a lecture ,integrate pictures,graphics and audio to effectively reach my entire class. So if you were on the fence about Evernote or have never heard about it before be sure to check it out from the link I provided
Tony H

The Use of Alternative Social Networking Sites in Higher Educational Settings: A Case S... - 1 views

www.ncolr.org/...9.2.4.pdf

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shared by Tony H on 16 Apr 11 - No Cached
  • Tony H on 16 Apr 11
     
    Abstract Distance education as a primary means of instruction is expanding significantly at the college and university level. Simultaneously, the growth of social networking sites (SNS) including Facebook, LinkedIn, and MySpace is also rising among today's college students. An increasing number of higher education instructors are beginning to combine distance education delivery with SNSs. However, there is currently little research detailing the educational benefits associated with the use of SNSs. Non-commercial, education-based SNSs, such as Ning in Education, have been recently shown to build communities of practice and facilitate social presence for students enrolled in distance education courses. In order to evaluate the largely unexplored educational benefits of SNSs, we surveyed graduate students enrolled in distance education courses using Ning in Education, an education-based SNS, based on their attitudes toward SNSs as productive online tools for teaching and learning. The results of our study suggest that education-based SNSs can be used most effectively in distance education courses as a technological tool for improved online communications among students in higher distance education courses.
anonymous

Using Mobile and Social Technologies in Schools - 1 views

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shared by anonymous on 18 Apr 11 - No Cached
  • n recent years, there has been explosive growth in students creating, manipulating, and sharing content online (National School Boards Association, 2007). Recognizing the educational value of encouraging such behaviors, many school leaders have shifted their energies from limiting the use of these technologies to limiting their abuse. As with any other behavior, when schools teach and set expectations for appropriate technology use, students rise to meet the expectations. Such conditions allow educators to focus on, in the words of social technology guru Howard Rheingold (n.d.), educating “children about the necessity for critical thinking and [encouraging] them to exercise their own knowledge of how to make moral choices." One process for creating the necessary conditions is reported in From Fear to Facebook, the first-person account of one California principal who endured a series of false starts to finally arrive at a place where students in his school were maximizing their use of laptops and participatory technologies without the constant distractions of misuse (Levinson, 2010). Other similar processes and programs are emerging, and they all share a common theme: an education that fails to account for the use of social media tools prepares students well for the past, but not for their future.
Amy Pollington

http://www.youtube.com/create/Xtranormal - 0 views

Maybe some of you have used this but I just found out about it recently. Its a great way to create some cute videos on YouTube. Some of it you do have to pay for but others are free. Definitely wor...

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started by Amy Pollington on 20 Oct 11 no follow-up yet
Brock Halladay

Self Made Scholar - 0 views

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shared by Brock Halladay on 11 Oct 11 - Cached
  • Brock Halladay on 11 Oct 11
     
    I recently came across this site and found a few good resources. Check it out and see what you can find. I found a search engine for free classes to learn whatever you'd like.
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