This article gives the definition of a PLN and answers the question of why they are important. It also talks about potential barriers, this is important! It also has links to other resources for PLNs.

Thie video shows teachers utilizing communities of practice. This video was a great way to see CoP in action. These teachers show how amazing CoP can be in their classroom and students. My big take away was that all the teachers, regardless of grade level, felt it was valuable to them.

This video discusses the importance of personal learning networks. The creator shows why teachers are supported through the use of PLNs.

This blog deals with the shift in classrooms from memorizing to using resources. It discusses what connectivism is and how learning is formed through it. It also shows how it is different from other learning theories,

This article deals with moving learning theories into the digital age. Tha author focuses on how the connectivism theory meets the needs of people living in the digital age. An interesting quote, "Half of what is known today was not known 10 years ago. The amount of knowledge in the world has doubled in the past 10 years and is doubling every 18 months."

Introductory video on what Communities of Practice are. It lists benefits of CoPs and where to find more information. Audio is just music, basically, a slideshow turned into a video.

Good video on the basics of Connectivism. This video gives good reasons why teachers should use Connectivism and some ways teachers can easily embrace Connectivism in their classrooms.

Learning takes place over networks, our learning stems from being connected. A good resource on Connectivism Theory. Has videos, slideshows, links, and other content on Connectivism.

We live in an ever evolving world, PLN's aren't exempt from this. This article deals with three ways PLNs are evolving. 1. Sharing is becoming more agile 2. Learning is about challenging yourself 3. Personal is becoming professional

Summary: Defines what a PLN is, also has a great video resource. Focuses on how personal a PLN can be and how we are all connected.

Livebinder with so many resources about Genius Hour/Passion Based Learning.