Networked teaching, networked learning,

Personal Learning NetworksFabio Nascimbeni

UNIR

Learning and networking: a world of change

Learning Evolution

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Communication

Consumption

Creation, Collaboration and Sharing

Social Learning

ObjectivismCognitivism

ConnectivismConstructivism

Individual growthGroup growth

From Rick Schwier (2008)

e-Learning Evolution

Connectivism

In Connectivism, learning involves creating connections and developing a network. It is a theory for the digital age

drawing upon chaos, emergent properties, and self organised learning.

(It’s not what you know, but who you know)

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From a “push” to a “pull” model of learning

Personal Learning Networks

Networking has always been there…

“Lifetime learning, part of the role of an academic in both teaching and research roles, advances the economy and culture of a community” (Whyte 1989).

“Without sharing there is no education” (Wiley 2008).

“Personal learning networks (“PLN”) are not new. We have long relied on…colleagues and acquaintances to supplement our knowledge…” (Warlick 2009)

Personal Learning EnvironmentA Personal Learning Environment (PLE) is a self-directed learning space, a virtual framework that consists of tools to collect, curate and construct knowledge that is customized to an individual’s learning goals and interests. (Morrison 2013)

PLE activities (Hiebert 2012):1.Collecting2.Reflecting3.Connecting4.Publishing

A PLE can be created independently, building and collecting content sources from the Web, including creating content through blogs, podcasts, Slideshares, etc.

Personal Learning Environment examples

Weller 2007

Personal Learning Network

A person’s PLN is a network of peers, colleagues and experts that relies on social media and technology to gather and share information, collaborate and create anywhere at any time.

The purpose of a PLN is personalized and continuous learning.

Communication and connections are made via social platforms or other Web applications.

Personal Learning Network

PERSONAL: you decide

LEARNING:

NETWORK:

Personal Learning Networks for educators

• “It is vital that every educator use social media to develop a PLN… to advance their own lifelong learning as well as understand the virtual learning environments of their students.” (Richardson and Mancabelli 2011)

 

Impact of PLN on educators

One tool and/or many tools

How to build and boost your PLN

Start up your PLN

• Start a Twitter account that focuses on following educators.• Build a circle of connected educators on Google+.• Follow education blogs (read and comment).• Follow education chats that are specific to your content area.• Join and participate in education groups on Facebook and LinkedIn.• Join and collaborate in MOOCs.• Accept invitations to collaborate.

Use the right channels

Intrinsicmotivation

Amotivation

Self motivated learning

Reward & punishment

Guilt, Pride & Shame

Relevance is recognized (by student)

Connected to own norms and values

Extrinsic motivation

TrustControl

Build motivation and you’ll get participation

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Commenting, discussing

Sharing, retweeting, liking, favouriting

Watching, lurking, reading

Curating

Creating, repurposing

The Engagement Pyramid(Adapted from Altimeter Group)

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Tips for successful PLNs

• Be patient: strong connections need time

• Be authentic: the web will show who you are

• Be persistent: work on it 30’ a day

• Be focused: select one theme and build on that

• Be brave: PLNs accept people for their ideas, not their titles.