Networked and Global Learning

"This interdisciplinary research network is dedicated to understanding the opportunities and risks for learning afforded by today's changing media ecology, as well as building new learning environments that support effective learning and educational equity"

Ebook written by Stephen Downes

An interesting article that suggests that we are not all automatically inquisitive learners. Considering networked learning requires a certain amount of self-directed learning which would be driven by curiosity perhaps networked learning is not for everyone. The article does suggest that some of the curiosity can be taught and that teachers and peers still have an role to play in learning

An interesting article that suggests that we are not all automatically inquisitive learners. Considering networked learning requires a certain amount of self-directed learning which would be driven by curiosity perhaps networked learning is not for everyone. The article does suggest that some of the curiosity can be taught and that teachers and peers still have an role to play in learning

An example of networked learning

An example of networked learning

Interesting article about how we read in the online environment. relates to NGL as the article indicates that when we read online we skim and don't read as deeply as we do when we read a paper resource. Something to consider when using NGL and electronic resources as part of learning

Interesting article about how we read in the online environment. relates to NGL as the article indicates that when we read online we skim and don't read as deeply as we do when we read a paper resource. Something to consider when using NGL and electronic resources as part of learning

Paper by Harold Jarche explaining his Seek Sense Share Framework.

Thanks Anne, a great paper that illustrates the learning journey that I have been on and am envision for all of us. The paper also encapsulates what we are doing on this course. Thank you!

I really liked this paper. I'm a big believer in self-education and absolutely see the future of do-it-yourself learning. There are so many choices out there and ways of learning. Facilitated training has its place but with so many mobile options PKM is going to be really important. Thanks for sharing. Paul

A journal paper from the International Review of Information Ethics. The connection to NGL is that it examines the guidelines around the use of social media software being put in place by Canadian universities and how perhaps they aren't as conducive to encouraging NGL as one might hope from institutions of higher education. A sign post of the types of problems when NGL meets un-reconstituted institutional perspectives.

Are teenagers being manipulated by big corporations and the marketing gurus who see social media and the 'like' culture as the ultimate marketing tool?

Can some, most or all people engage in self-directed learning? Is it innate or can it be developed? What if they are "pursuing their own interests"? Questions that have already come up for some, especially given the design of NGL. Thoughts?

Maybe its both? I think some will be better than others but I don't think those for whom it isn't innate can't become more informed and skilled at self direction as a practice for learning.

"21st century learner" "professional learning network"

Some thoughts about the "Reclaim Your Domain" project and its links to education and some ideas related to NGL. I'm exploring how the NGL course blog can be re-developed and extended using the Reclaim Your Domain services. There's also a bit in this post connecting with what identity means in an online/networked environment.