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Quote of the description of the video by David Gauntlett: "Presentation by David Gauntlett, Professor of Media at University of Westminster, about his forthcoming book 'Making is Connecting', which connects Web 2.0 with craft, activism, happiness and social capital studies, William Morris, and Ivan Illich."

Thank you for sharing this. I never thought of creativity and making as a way to increase engagement. Making is connecting. Great video!

Abstract: "Networking is a key skill in professional careers, supporting the individual's growth and learning. However, little is known about how professionals intentionally manage the connections in their personal networks and which factors influence their decisions in connecting with others for the purpose of learning. In this article, we present a model of personal professional networking for creating a personal learning network, based on an investigation through a literature study, semi-structured interviews and a survey."

Abstract: A Personal Learning Environment or PLE is a potentially promising pedagogical approach for both integrating formal and informal learning using social media and supporting student self-regulated learning in higher education contexts. The purpose of this paper is to (a) review research that support this claim, (b) conceptualize the connection between PLE, social media, and self-regulated learning, and (c) provide a three-level pedagogical framework for using social media to create PLEs that support student self-regulated learning. Implications for future research in this area are provided. © 2011 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

(2009) Abstract: "The term personal learning environment (PLE) describes the tools, communities, and services that constitute the individual educational platforms that learners use to direct their own learning and pursue educational goals. PLEs represent a shift away from the model in which students consume information through independent channels such as the library, a textbook, or an LMS, moving instead to a model where students draw connections from a growing matrix of resources that they select and organize. The use of PLEs may herald a greater emphasis on the role that metacognition plays in learning, enabling students to actively consider and reflect upon the specific tools and resources that lead to a deeper engagement with content to facilitate their learning."

This is an interesting article considering how much our world has changed and shifted the last few years. Thanks for sharing!

Interesting read since this is a bit dated, but great for comparing what has and has not changed. Thanks for sharing!