Contents contributed and discussions participated by Melodie Worthington - EDTECH at Boise State University

Connectivism: A Digital Social Learning Theory - 8 views

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

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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."

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

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Investigating instructional strategies for using social media in formal and informal le... - 5 views

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#2 Melodie Worthington on 03 Jul 15

An interesting study, Darin! Not only does it look into learning theories like connectivism and types of learning, but I also like how it states definite benefits to using social networks for learning, such as creativity, social connections, ease of use, and firming up of students' understanding of the content. Great find!

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Helping Students Develop Personal Learning Networks - Etale - Ideas that Matter - 4 views

etale.org/...lop-personal-learning-networks

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Melodie Worthington on 30 Jun 15

Not only defines PLN's and gives some background learning theory information, but gives some concrete ideas on how to help students develop their own PLN's.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Not only defines PLN's and gives some background learning theory information, but gives some concrete ideas on how to help students develop their own PLN's.</div>

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Personal Learning Networks: Implications for Self-Directed Learning in the Digital Age - 4 views

wp.vcu.edu/...PLNsCarterNugent.pdf

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Melodie Worthington on 30 Jun 15

A detailed article about PLN's: their roots, ties to adult learning, self-directed learning, and communities of practice. I liked this quote from the abstract: "As learners participate in the multiple virtual communities of practice that comprise a PLN, they require new skills that merit reconsideration of the role of the educator in helping learners to become self-directed in both formal and informal learning contexts."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A detailed article about PLN's: their roots, ties to adult learning, self-directed learning, and communities of practice. I liked this quote from the abstract: "As learners participate in the multiple virtual communities of practice that comprise a PLN, they require new skills that merit reconsideration of the role of the educator in helping learners to become self-directed in both formal and informal learning contexts."</div>

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Understanding personal learning networks: Their structure, content and the networking s... - 23 views

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Melodie Worthington on 30 Jun 15

A detailed article on PLN's, including the PLN model with descriptions of the three stages of Buiding, Maintaining, and Activating, with factors affecting decisions during each stage.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A detailed article on PLN's, including the PLN model with descriptions of the three stages of Buiding, Maintaining, and Activating, with factors affecting decisions during each stage.</div>

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What is a PLN? - 12 views

www.youtube.com/watch

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A short, engaging YouTube video on defining Personal Learning Networks.

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

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

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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.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A very detailed definition of connectivism, including comparisons in many categories with other learning theories and descriptions of pros and cons.</div>

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Connectivism: Connecting with George Siemens - 0 views

www.slideshare.net/...connecting-with-george-siemens

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A slide show production on connectivism, including definitions and comparisons/contrasts with constructivism.

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Connectivism: Informing Distance Education Theory, Pedagogy and Research - 3 views

kelliralph.wordpress.com/...n-theory-pedagogy-and-research

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Melodie Worthington on 30 Jun 15

A critical review of George Siemen's (2005) article "Connectivism: A Learning Theory for the Digital Age". A distinct relationship is made with Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) and connectivism: The individual, and his/her abilities to create a personal learning network, is the "starting point of connectivism" (Siemens, 2005, p. 6). A great summation of the original article.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A critical review of George Siemen's (2005) article "Connectivism: A Learning Theory for the Digital Age". A distinct relationship is made with Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) and connectivism: The individual, and his/her abilities to create a personal learning network, is the "starting point of connectivism" (Siemens, 2005, p. 6). A great summation of the original article.</div>

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Connectivism - 0 views

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A short YouTube video on the definition of Connectivism. Not peer-reviewed, perhaps, but succinct and engaging.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A short YouTube video on the definition of Connectivism. Not peer-reviewed, perhaps, but succinct and engaging.</div>

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Part of it All: The High School Musical as a Community of Practice - 3 views

www-usr.rider.edu/...hool_Community_of_Practice.pdf

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Melodie Worthington on 30 Jun 15

A great article on how high school musicals qualify as communities of practice. Impacts are shown beyond the "stage" and onto personal development, family, and work ethic.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A great article on how high school musicals qualify as communities of practice. Impacts are shown beyond the "stage" and onto personal development, family, and work ethic.</div>

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Music Education and Community: Reflections on "Webs of Interaction" in School Music - 0 views

act.maydaygroup.org/...Froehlich8_1.pdf

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Melodie Worthington on 30 Jun 15

Interesting article on music education and its relationship with communities of practice, as well as the challenges of identifying music groups as communities of practice.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Interesting article on music education and its relationship with communities of practice, as well as the challenges of identifying music groups as communities of practice.</div>

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Communities of Practice - 13 views

web.stanford.edu/...eckert2006.pdf

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Concise definition and description of Communities of Practice. Focus is on relation to speech communities.

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Santa Clara Vanguard :: A Non-Profit Performing Arts Organization - 1 views

www.scvanguard.org

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The Official Website of the Santa Clara Vanguard; A Non-Profit Performing Arts Organization I regularly visit this website because my younger son is currently marching with this drum and bugle corps this summer. He has learned SO MUCH participating with this organization over the last few years which applies to him as a musician and as a future music educator.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The Official Website of the Santa Clara Vanguard; A Non-Profit Performing Arts Organization I regularly visit this website because my younger son is currently marching with this drum and bugle corps this summer. He has learned SO MUCH participating with this organization over the last few years which applies to him as a musician and as a future music educator.</div>

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iPads Allow Kids with Challenges to Play in High School's Band - 0 views

www.npr.org/...s-to-play-in-high-schools-band

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Melodie Worthington on 19 Apr 15

Inspiring article about how iPad music apps are used to allow students with cognitive challenges to participate in a high school instrumental ensemble. What the band director considers the top 5 iPad apps he uses in his classroom.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Inspiring article about how iPad music apps are used to allow students with cognitive challenges to participate in a high school instrumental ensemble. What the band director considers the top 5 iPad apps he uses in his classroom.</div>

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Assistive Technology in the Classroom - Helping Challenged Kids Get the Most from Learning - 0 views

www.educationworld.com/...tech086.shtml

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Assistive devices, commonly used school technologies, links to online resources

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Drawing to Music - 0 views

www.wiu.edu/...drawmus.html

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A lesson idea which incorporates music, art, and movement all at the same time.

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Teaching Ideas - Free Lesson Ideas, Plans, Activities and Resources for the Primary Cla... - 0 views

www.teachingideas.co.uk

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Lessons/activities, etc. for math, science, literacy, art, music, physical education, etc...great resource!

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Middle School (Grades 6-8) English Language Arts Activities, Lesson Plans, Worksheets &... - 1 views

www.sharemylesson.com/nguage-arts-teaching-resources

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Download FREE middle school grades 6-8 English language arts activities, lesson plans, educational worksheets & games today!

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Popular Art Activities for English Language Arts, Grades K-12 - TeacherVision.com - 0 views

www.teachervision.com/...52557.html

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Incorporate art activities into your English language arts lessons, and your students will have so much fun! Use these resources to introduce new concepts or reinforce ELA topics your students have already learned.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Incorporate art activities into your English language arts lessons, and your students will have so much fun! Use these resources to introduce new concepts or reinforce ELA topics your students have already learned.</div>

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