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What is Connectivism? - 2 views

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shared by Elizabeth Wood on 05 Jul 15 - Cached
  • Elizabeth Wood on 05 Jul 15
     
    This GoogleDoc by George Siemens provides a great visual to help describe the differences between connectivism and other learning theories (behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism). He created a table listing different properties and then briefly lists how each theory explains those properties. He then lists several characteristics that are distinct about connectivism.
  • Cassie Davenport on 06 Jul 15
     
    First of all I wanted to point out how much I love that in the digital age we are so connected to each other that a Google Doc put out by Siemens can be shared with the world. Information is so readily available. This table definitely speaks to my style of learning, it is easy to view and compare the different learning theories that he breaks down. You can read multiple paragraphs about each, but to see it in a chart clarifies it all.
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The What and Why of a Professional Learning Network - 1 views

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shared by Megan Gooding on 06 Jul 15 - No Cached
  • Megan Gooding on 06 Jul 15
     
    In this article, Whitby describes the rationale behind personal learning networks and how they may help educators deal with modern challenges. He also argues that PLNs have potential in future educational reform.
  • tygrogan on 07 Jul 15
     
    This is a nice brief article for the "what" and "why" of PLNs. As I mentioned in a previous post, it's nice to see concise articles that give a good ground work for a topic. It beats getting bogged down in pages upon pages. Thanks for the resource!
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http://drbeitler.com/freestuff/articles/Communities-of-Practice.pdf - 2 views

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shared by loganwillits on 04 Jul 15 - No Cached
  • loganwillits on 04 Jul 15
     
    This article breaks down what a community of practice actually represents. It lays out the purpose of said groups, the roles of people involved, among other things. I liked this article because it was simplistic in describing a community of practice as an active group full of participation.
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What are communities of practice? A comparative review of four seminal works - 1 views

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shared by Rob Johnson on 24 Jun 13 - No Cached
  • Mike Procyk on 24 Jun 13
     
    This article looks at four major definitions of communities of practice.
  • Rob Johnson on 04 Jul 15
     
    This paper compares four different resources on community of practice. The paper breaks down the different versions of communities of practice by looking at multiple topics: concept of community, view of learning, power and conflict, change, formality, diversity, and level. This is a great resource to learn about different views on communities of practice.
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Week 1 - What Is Connectivism? ~ CCK11 - 0 views

cck11.mooc.ca/week1.htm Edtech543 resources connectivism
shared by Megan Gooding on 06 Jul 15 - No Cached
  • Megan Gooding on 06 Jul 15
     
    The resource linked here is a page to the first lesson of a MOOC on connectivism and connective knowledge. This page features several resources on connectivism, many f which are from Siemens and Downes themselves.
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The PLP Model: Research based professional learning - 6 views

plpnetwork.com/ssional-development-that-works Edtech543 elearning CoP PLN connectivism
shared by Kelsey Ramirez on 10 Sep 12 - No Cached
  • Debi Banks on 10 Sep 12
     
    The article discussed "connected learning communities" and how it is relevant in the digital age. There are three components (professional learning communities (PLCs), personal learning network (PLNs), and communities of practice (CoPs)) with these communities and different theories, experience and knowledge, effectiveness, anticipates growth or decline, challenges and dilemmas, and use of technology within each component.
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  • annieyip on 26 Jun 13
     
    This article describes three types of connected learning communities. These include professional learning communities (PLCs), personal learning networks (PLNs), and communities of practice (CoPs). All three are used in schools across the world now and serve different but very similar purposes.
  • anonymous on 02 Sep 13
     
    This article defines professional learning communities, personal learning networks, and communities of practice. The learning theories supporting each are described, as well as the impact technology has had on each. While the article focuses on how each can effect professional development for practicing teachers, the ideas within could be generalized to almost any profession.
  • Nona Barker on 06 Sep 13
     
    Summary: This article identifies a three pronged approach to teacher professional development: PLC, PLN and CoP. These three types of learning communities are explored by connecting each type of learning community to a learning theory or theories and / or how the use of technology also improves learning communities. Support is provided by citing studies and literature most relevant to community learning in the digital age.
  • glorihinck on 07 Sep 13
     
    This work addresses the importance of technology throughout personal learning communities, personal learning networks and communities of practice and describes its importance to connected learning. Technology is an amplifier and enabler of connected learning as it addresses the challenge of time by allowing 24/7 interactions. Technology has allowed the exponential growth of PLN's as it enables finding, synthesizing and evaluating information. Technology also increases the potential for learning across communities which can then be translated to practice helping improve education.
  • chris mason on 07 Sep 13
     
    This was a great article to see the different ways in which any professionals can gain and share knowledge with one another. I enjoyed reading how each is connected to learning theories. It is interesting that the common theme is how they rely or depend on technology. I can attest to the importance of technology for the learning communities and networks that I am involved in. Technology makes these types of professional development possible to some people who, without technology, would not be able to partake. Most of the time technology is a wonderful thing. It truly makes you wonder what we did without it :)
  • Stacie Barker on 10 Sep 13
     
    I agree that technology has helped PLN and PLC's to grow. Technology allows us to collaborate with people all over the work rather than people who just work in our building.
  • cbjohnsrud on 03 Jul 15
     
    This article summarizes key differences and similarities among different connected learning communities utilized by educators including, PLCs, PLNs, and CoPs. Within the article, each learning community is described in terms of its organizational structure, purpose, and effectiveness. This research based article discusses the learning theories that are applied within each of the learning communities to support their descriptions and findings.
  • Kelly Kenney on 01 Sep 15
     
    PLN's occur in many ways. With the growth of technology they are becoming much more popular. Many of them are engaging through blogs and other forms of social media. With these becoming more and more popular connections are constantly being made. Creating PLNs and bringing back resources and other information to our PLNs is extremely popular. Personal learning networks are happening because of connections being made with others.
  • Dalia Allencherry on 03 Sep 15
     
    This article looks into the theories that support the theory or idea of personal learning networks. It touches the effectiveness of teacher professional development in terms of PLNs. It discusses technology in terms of PLNs and also the challenges and dilemmas of PLNs.
  • Kelsey Ramirez on 06 Sep 15
     
    The PLP (Powerful Learning Practice) model looked at three different learning connected learning communities to discuss what each one is, the effects on teacher professional development, challenges and use of technology to name a few. Personal learning communities, personal learning networks, and communities of practice were the three that were discussed. I like how in this article, Connectivism is tied into PLN's which demonstrates how these concepts of PLN's, CoP's, and Connectivism are interrelated. Within PLN's and CoP's, members are concerned about the content and "what they do" as well as interact amongst the group to achieve a higher purpose.
  • Hannah Clark on 06 Sep 15
     
    This article is fantastic as it encompasses all that we are studying right now! Each aspect was broken down very well and explained completely. I also appreciated that the authors talked about the anticipated growth, use of technology and value of a PLN, for instance. This is a great reference to refer back to later.
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Pedagogical Foundations for Personal Learning - 4 views

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shared by courtneykaul on 04 Sep 15 - Cached
  • courtneykaul on 04 Sep 15
     
    This slide show outlines and describes the shift from virtual learning environments to personal learning environments. It includes multiple infographics that contribute to understanding.
  • timrstark on 04 Sep 15
     
    It was interesting to look through this slideshow Courtney. I work as an online high school teacher and most of my job is done through an LMS. Learning about these PLNs though has me looking for ways to make sure my students are making connections.
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7 things you should know about personal learning environments - 6 views

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shared by Hannah Clark on 02 Sep 15 - No Cached
  • Hannah Clark on 02 Sep 15
     
    I wanted to know more about the difference between a personal learning network and a personal learning environment. This article does a great job of breaking down the differences even though they obviously work hand in hand.
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  • cassiefaught on 03 Sep 15
     
    I agree with you that this was a great source to see the difference between PLEs and PLNs. I think it was set out in a straight forward way that was easy to read and figure out.
  • courtneykaul on 05 Sep 15
     
    I liked this source because a majority use PLEs and PLNs as synonyms, and while they are closely related; they do have differences. The article was relatively short and a great resource for outlining the differences between the PLEs and PLNs.
  • Kelsey Ramirez on 06 Sep 15
     
    What I love about this source is the section that discusses why PLEs are significant - I love how it talks about how it is student-driven. It is up to the learner to be in charge of their own learning path and provides authentic learning opportunities. With the creation of 2.0 tools, educators are able to differentiate to different learners with the creations of these tools and pairing students that are in the same skill-set or have similar interests for them to learn information and assist in making connections.
  • Heather Berlin on 07 Sep 15
     
    I like this source and how it explains PLEs, why they are important, who they are for, and even the downsides to them. It makes it an easy read and easy to find the information you are looking for. I also like how it includes a case study to align with the information that is given.
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Looking at Connectivism as a New Learning Theory - OnlineUniversities.com - 6 views

www.onlineuniversities.com/...ivism-as-a-new-learning-theory Edtech543 resources technology education web2.0
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  • thwilliams on 02 Sep 15
     
    This blog post takes a detailed look at connectivism and breaks down the impact the theory has on learning. The author notes the change in thinking and learning and how the brain is being rewired because of technology.
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  • Kelsey Ramirez on 06 Sep 15
     
    Great share! I love the video of the student and how connectivism is being used as a learning theory. It also talks about the strategies one needs to be a learner within this theory.
  • Danielle Leone on 06 Sep 15
     
    Thanks for sharing! I really like how this article is organized and discusses the implications of connectivism. I also found it interesting how the article emphasizes knowing where to look or find things as more important than knowing the actual "facts." Knowing where and how to look is essential in being a life-long learner and professional development.
  • Heather Berlin on 07 Sep 15
     
    I simply enjoy how easy of a read this source is. Articles are so boring and make it hard for me to concentrate while I'm reading and this sources is still giving valuable information, but offers an easy to read layout and language.
  • Innovative Educator on 08 Sep 15
     
    This is a blog entry, which can make me skeptical of the quality of the information. With digital use, our brain is rewired. If this isn't reason enough that we should not be teaching like it is 1980, I don't know what is.
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What is connectivism? - 2 views

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shared by Jill Miller on 04 Sep 15 - No Cached
  • Jill Miller on 04 Sep 15
     
    This blog post appears to be a reflection on what the author learned during her first week in the MOOC offered by Siemens and Downes on Connectivism in 2008! I like that the author, having tackled the assigned first-week readings for the MOOC, still finds connectivism to be ambiguous. This makes me feel a little less alone, as it reflects my own opaque understanding of the theory!
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apps for special education - 0 views

www.spectronics.com.au/apps-for-special-education education technology edtech541
shared by anonymous on 16 Apr 15 - No Cached
  • anonymous on 16 Apr 15
     
    popular apps for special education, broken down into nine categories
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Guideline on Censorship: Don't Let it Become an Issue in Your Schools - 0 views

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  • Teachers should be encouraged to think through a rationale for any book to be read to or by the entire class. For primary teachers, who may read aloud many picture books to their classes each week, a written rationale is not practical. However, teachers should be prepared to explain their choices, stating why the book was chosen and what the objectives are in terms of the problems, needs, or interests of their individual class.
  • Obviously, the teacher should be thoroughly familiar with all assigned selections. In short, professional responsibility means not only selecting print and nonprint materials, but also possessing a willingness and ability to defend the choices made.
  • Appropriateness Factors to be considered in assessing the appropriateness of books are children's interests, the age level and/or maturity of children in relation to the book being considered, and the content, format and illustration.
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  • Breadth of Coverage Books may present problems of stereotyping with respect to sex and to race. Religion, politics, and questions of morality or patriotism are issues about which there are considerable differences of opinion. The importance of such books may lie mainly, or only, in their historical viewpoint and should be presented as such to children who read them. Teachers and librarians should be aware of these considerations and should make every effort to provide materials which present alternate points of view. Historically there have always been those who have recognized the offensiveness of these materials. Children, like adults exposed to new ideas, can accept or reject them, based on input from all viewpoints. All opinions require protection under the First Amendment.
  • IF and AFTER censorship problems arise (and before a formal complaint procedure is initiated), here are some approaches and considerations: Be sure to inform your principal of any complaint, and how you plan to handle it. Urge your principal to read or view the material objected to. Afterwards, share with him/her your reasons for using the material with children. Also, try to get a school board member and a local minister, rabbi, or priest to read or look at the material. If a parent complains about material, insisting on an immediate discussion about it, defer such a discussion; make an appointment with him/her for a later time. At the same time, assure the parent that you have a concern for the child's interest. Neither you nor the parent should be in the position of discussing material without careful consideration beforehand of the factors that are to be discussed. Do not defend materials on the spur of the moment. Apart from being unfair to all concerned, and particularly to children, it is your professional duty to present your views thoughtfully and with consideration. Reread or review the material in question, even though you may already be familiar with it. Identify its strengths. Put down in writing why you believe it is proper and useful in your teaching program. Collect reviews of the material from such publications as Language Arts, English Journal, Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, Horn Book, School Library Journal, and other professional publications. There may be three to five parents, other than the complaining parents, who may be particularly supportive of your teaching objectives. Request that they read or view the material being questioned and invite their written reactions, addressed to you and your principal
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Simple Wikipedia - 0 views

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shared by Trevor Takayama on 12 Mar 11 - Cached
  • Trevor Takayama on 12 Mar 11
     
    Toned down for school-age kids.
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All about apple varieties - 0 views

www.pickyourown.org/apples.htm education tools teaching
shared by Robin Nappi on 09 Oct 11 - Cached
  • Robin Nappi on 09 Oct 11
     
    Nice guide to different varieties of apples, with information about each and photos to distinguish one from another. Characteristics of each, with info (scroll down past first chart!) as to how well this variety keeps, cooks, crispness, etc.
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Unlocking the Secrets to School Change | Rob Mancabelli - 1 views

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  • Unlocking the Secrets to School Change
  • What’s more important is that you surround your teachers and staff with systems that will promote their ability to change. Ask yourself the following questions about the people at your school:
  • Are they integrated into the selection of their content? Are they consulted in the design of their professional development? Do they receive training from experts who break down the skills into manageable parts? Are their technologies drop-dead simple to use? Do they have time to practice? Can they share their successes and victories with each other, learning and re-learning continuously?
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  • Unlocking the Secrets to School Change
  • Unlocking the Secrets to School Change
  • Unlocking the Secrets to School Change
  • Unlocking the Secrets to School Change
  • Unlocking the Secrets to School Change
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Half an Hour - 0 views

halfanhour.blogspot.com/...e-learning-generations.html Web2.0 Digital elearning Technology
shared by lisanebe on 01 Sep 14 - No Cached
  • lisanebe on 01 Sep 14
     
    In this post by Stephen Downes, he discusses the generations of technologies and how this coincides with the development of elearning. The last portion of this article brings it back to connectivism.
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TEDxNYED - George Siemens - 03/06/10 - YouTube - 0 views

www.youtube.com/watch connectivism youtube knowledge
shared by Alissa Blackburn on 04 Sep 14 - Cached
  • Alissa Blackburn on 04 Sep 14
     
    George Siemens gives a TED Talk on connections. Education is shutting down connections. "Connected learning is transparent learning." The video is about 20 minutes, but worth watching. He has some fascinating examples from his childhood to when he was exposed to more in the world.
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The Landing: Connectivism: a learning theory or a theory of how to learn? - 0 views

landing.athabascau.ca/...ry-or-a-theory-of-how-to-learn connectivism Downes Dron
shared by nathankraftcheck on 05 Sep 14 - No Cached
  • nathankraftcheck on 05 Sep 14
     
    An interesting critical analysis of Connectivism. Jon Dron compares Connectivism to Connectionism, Distributed cognition, and Collective intelligence. The comments are worth reading as well.
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Connectivism - 1 views

www.connectivism.ca education EdTech543 resources learning
shared by Kim Hefty on 10 Sep 12 - Cached
  • James Russell on 10 Sep 12
     
    This article is actually a blog on connetivism. THe author of this post focuses on "sensemaking". He defines it as, Sensemaking is an activity that individuals engage in daily in response to uncertainty, complex topics, or in changing settings. Sensemaking is not about truth or right from wrong, bu rather about making information make sense.
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  • Rhonda Lowderback on 11 Sep 12
     
    This blog houses a wealth of information on connectivism and shared knowlege. While I did not read every post, there is a large variety of articles, posted by various authors, written in the past several years. I think this would be a great place to conduct research on current information since there are articles only a few months old.
  • mark_bishop on 23 Jun 13
     
    This is a website dedicated to blogging on connectivism. Apparently no one cares about it anymore because the last post to it was over a year ago. However, it has quite a bit of content from 2005 to 2012 about connectivistic topics such as MOOCs and sensemaking.
  • Ross Craycraft on 31 Aug 14
     
    Here is a great blog site from George Siemens where he posts on various topics in education and their relativity to connectivism. The blog has not been updated in some time, but there is still a lot of great info on the site.
  • Kim Hefty on 07 Sep 14
     
    This website page is the perfect summary of what Connectivism is and what it really represents. Stephen Downes states, "Learning is the creation and removal of connections between the entities, or the adjustment of the strengths of those connections. " This is probably the best resource I have found for truly understanding what Connectivism really is.
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