For the past few weeks, I have been working with a group of colleagues on Personal Learning Networks. Our final assignment is to reflect on how PLN's have changed and grown since we began the coursework. I want to begin by saying that before this class I experimented with several networks, but I did not use them to their full extent. Now that I have had a chance to really learn about PLN's besides what I taught myself prior to the class, I feel more comfortable with advancing my skills in the area.
Thanks to the information, links provided and feedback shared, I now have many ideas that can help me to keep my students excited about learning; in addition to preparing them for the future of technology as well as the demands of high school assignments and creativity.
I have spoken with my administrator and he is willing to help me with whatever I need to introduce my students on how to safely create their own PLN's.
I see this as a way of sharing what one thinks as an individual with others who you may have come in contact with, but do not see on a regular basis. Educators can share new ideas with just about anyone and give detailed steps through the use of video clips or podcast messages. Parents and students can see and/or hear a lecture or steps for completing projects and/or assignments, test-taking tips (also via blogs, wiki, pod etc.).
I not only want to expand my PLN's by keeping myself informed on the changes of technology, but to continuously find things that will take my class outside of the building without actually leaving (virtual fiedltrips, or interactive assignments, etc.).
I have really enjoyed this class and I look forward to keeping in touch with all the new friends that I have made over the past few weeks through email, twitter and blogs. Happy tweeting!!
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