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"The result is our new report, Connected Citizens: The Power, Peril and Potential of Networks. Through more than 70 examples, we found networked communities pushing for open government, banding together to care for the elderly, enlisting volunteer coders to make online aid maps for earthquake ravaged Haiti, and more."

"the power of weak ties" is right on the money.

Source for finding a social network for teachers.

he Associate Dean of Faculty Development & Human Resources at my workplace has asked me to recommend five readings (e.g., books, articles, blogpost, etc.) that would help inform his understanding of current changes regarding social networks, knowledge, and technology in education. Rather than develop the list alone, I thought it appropriate to (at least attempt to) crowdsource responses from individuals in my network. So, what readings would you recommend to an educational leader in charge of faculty development in a teacher education program? Any responses are greatly appreciated.

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a thoughtful, detailed treatment of network security in an insecure age. Sample topic "When AUP means Actually Unenforceable Policy"

Social networking 1.0

SNBeach blogs about reforming vs. transforming. the secret to change lies in developing the social fabric, capacity and connectedness found in communities of practice and learning networks.

nice set of tips

grow your network by sharing, not planning to share or deciding who to share with

Using social networking tools to keep up with student interests.

to foster dialogue and sharing of resources in international development, conflict resolution, gender mainstreaming, human rights, social entrepreneurship and related fields.

free online webinars for K12 teachers spanning topics that relate to Personal Learning Networks

Great videos for younger students!

Nice write up of how 11 students are going on a reporting trip from Worcester Academy in Mass to DC as reporters for their school. They will be reporting back to campus via flckr, twitter, youtube, and blogs.