Tony Karrer

APRIL 23, 2008

I saw a post by David Warlick - Reaching Out With Your Conference where he suggests that conference organizers should: Consider a social network for your conference. Although I remain skeptical about social networks, social networking is essential, and a few conferences have made brilliant use of them.

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Social Networks Conference Wiki Social 100

Tony Karrer

JULY 6, 2009

Directory of Social Networks for Learning Professionals – Includes learning networks that are outside LinkedIn as well. LinkedIn e-Learning Groups) – These are some of the learning focused groups on LinkedIn. Learning Communities List – Also learning communities including some LinkedIn groups.

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Social Networks LinkedIn Knowledge Worker Guide 120

Tony Karrer

JANUARY 7, 2010

Granted there are still core skills that will need to be developed in other ways (see Does Deliberative Practice Lead to Quick Proficiency for a bit of discussion around that). Or at least have the appearance of expertise (see Expert Level Answers via Social Networks as one way to appear to be expert).

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Performance Support Metrics Performance Social Networks 100

Tony Karrer

JUNE 16, 2008

The workshop description is: A Revolution in Workplace Learning Tools such as blogs, wikis, social networks, social bookmarking, and RSS readers are revolutionizing formal and informal workplace learning. Hope to see some of you there. If you are going, please drop a comment. methods and tools for yourself and your organization.

Social Networks 188

Social Networks Wiki eLearning 2.0 Social Bookmarking 188

Tony Karrer

MAY 6, 2009

Michele pretty much lands right there: In designing informal learning activities, we may need to get better at helping directed and flow learning people forge a learning path for themselves to navigate the social learning space.

Social Networks 100

Social Networks Ning Social Network Learning Objects 100

Tony Karrer

NOVEMBER 26, 2007

Tools - A Summary 1,147 2 28 Introduction to Wikis, Blogs, Social Bookmarking, Social Networking and RSS 702 5 25 eLearning Trends 1,820 9 24 Personal Learning Knowledge Work Environment 1,199 3 23 Web 2.0 bookmarks: Post Views Comments Bookmarks eLearningTechnology 18,308 247 What is eLearning 2.0? and eLearning 2.0

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Social Networks Social Bookmarking Authoring Tools eLearning 2.0 100

Tony Karrer

AUGUST 10, 2009

You were somewhat forced into learning the skills required. Distributed Content Editing In thinking about various social software, I'm not so sure that I believe that adoption is nearly so neat. With social networks there will be some level of pressure to participate. It would just be too inefficient not to adopt it.

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Social Software Adoption Adopt Social Networks 116

Tony Karrer

FEBRUARY 20, 2008

Flexibility and extensibility Web browser platform Aggregation/Mashups Ease of use Several thoughts jumped out at me: The concept of a Personal Learning Environment (PLE) exists, but actual PLEs only exist as theoretical combinations of skills, methods and tools. But, too much structure is not going to work.

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PWLE PLE Knowledge Work Mashups 107

Tony Karrer

JANUARY 20, 2009

I cannot claim to be an expert, and I feel like this topic demands a lot of soft skills such as communication skills, team skills, handling cultural and work style issues, etc. I'm particularly drawing on both personal experience and on experience with the work skills workshops we are offering.

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Collaboration Wiki Ning Social Networks 100

Tony Karrer

DECEMBER 9, 2009

There will also be growth in discussions and social networks for collaborative learning. has fallen a bit out of favor and instead we are discussing these as social and informal learning. Certainly the Hottest Topics in eLearning for 2009 were social and informal learning. As such, eLearning 2.0

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Predictions Virtual Classroom Wiki eLearning 2.0 183

Tony Karrer

MARCH 5, 2008

I ran back through some previous discussions on PLEs and found that much of it focuses on tools and technology. A little on methods. Very little on models or frameworks. Tools to Make Reading & Research More Effective Personal Learning Knowledge Work Environment Personal and Group Learning Using Web 2.0 links: [link]

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Personal Learning PLE PWLE Personal 128

Tony Karrer

JANUARY 14, 2009

This is why I say that Leveraging Networks is Key Skill. I'm coming to believe this is the most important Knowledge Worker Skill Gap. Network Readiness Before you can reach into a network or community to seek conversation, you generally need to have spent time on Building some level of connection (network building).

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Social Networks Network Community LinkedIn 100

Tony Karrer

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Let me go back to the original issue that I raised a little less than a year ago in Beginning of Long Slow Death of Flash : As a Part-Time CTO , I am continually making choices about what platforms to use, what do we build for, how do we integrate with social networks, etc. What skills do they have? Do I need raw sockets?

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Flash Flash to HTML5 Conversion HTML Apple 139

Tony Karrer

JUNE 2, 2009

Tony educates individuals, businesses and organizations on social media, web 2.0 tools and the associated methods and skills. Tony Karrer is an expert on innovative uses of technology that improves human performance and drive business results. Considering that he's a Ph.D. eLearning 2.0

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Services Social Networks Case Study eLearning Guild 100

Tony Karrer

AUGUST 31, 2009

Examples of how social and informal learning is happening in the consumer space: Social Learning italki - Social Network for Language Learning Social Learning Objects - Flash Cards Approach to learning strategy needs to be different: Learning 2.0 There are significant opportunities around Online Coaching.

Trends 121

Trends Blended Learning Social Networks eLearning 2.0 121

Tony Karrer

JANUARY 26, 2009

There will also be growth in discussions and social networks for collaborative learning. Some training will still be preferred face to face such as when team building or in-person soft skills are important, but 2009 will be the year when we realize that we should be justifying any in-person training. As such, eLearning 2.0

Predictions 125

Predictions Virtual Classroom Wiki Corporate eLearning 125

Tony Karrer

MARCH 3, 2009

Leveraging Networks is Key Skill and the most important Knowledge Worker Skill Gap. Tools and Methods for Networks and Communities - Discusses specific tools and methods for using Networks and Communities as part of Knowledge Work. Most people find this in their social networks (both in-person and online).

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Social Networks Social Ning LinkedIn 102

Tony Karrer

JULY 20, 2009

130) Work Skills (26) PWLE (16) Flash Quiz (8) Knowledge Work (40) That's a pretty fair representation of topics that I talk about. For example, when I view my blog's content through the eLearning Learning lens , it shows me that relative to other sources of content in the system, I tend to talk about: eLearning 2.0 (130)

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Blended Learning Association Learning Management System Folksonomy eLearning Strategy 100

Tony Karrer

AUGUST 30, 2006

Presentation - ISPI Los Angeles Introduction to Wikis, Blogs, Social Bookmarking, Social Networking and RSS Practical Suggestions: Web 2.0 Tools - A Summary Issues: Needed Skills for New Media eLearning 2.0: eLearning 2.0 - An Immediate, Important Shift eLearning 1.0, Learning Trends Point To and Shape eLearning 2.0

Social Networks 102

Social Networks Instructional Design Authoring Tools Guide 102

Tony Karrer

JANUARY 18, 2010

They say its about: 5 Trends Converging (3G + Social Networking + Video + VoIP + Impressive Mobile Devices) The growth of mobile devices has been amazing. As learning professionals, I believe we have a special, specific responsibility around social learning. What it’s really talking about is convergence.

Predictions 200

Predictions Diversity Training SharePoint Authoring Tools 200

Tony Karrer

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Device Diversity is the “New Normal” Mobile Apps Become Essential to Enterprise mLearning Pad/Tablet Use Explodes Authoring Tools Will Evolve Private Social Networks Win Over Public Market Consolidations Will Occur Here Come the Experts! Combine this with LinkedIn Skills and you have an interesting way to rate everyone's skills.

Predictions 198

Predictions Diversity Training Compliance Training Authoring Tools 198

Tony Karrer

DECEMBER 3, 2008

Strategy (15) PWLE Not PLE - Knowledge Work Not Separate from Learning (15) Corporate Social Bookmarking Tools (14) Corporate Learning Long Tail and Attention Crisis (13) Test SCORM Courses with an LMS (13) 90-9-1 Rule aka 1% Rule in Collaborative Environments (13) Social Conference Tools - Expect Poor Results (13) Instruction eLearning 2.0

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Authoring Tools Social Networks Long Tail eLearning 2.0 100

Tony Karrer

NOVEMBER 15, 2007

Social Bookmarking and Wikis and Blogs are a form of social networking I never said this, but several people pointed it out in the chat. I certainly talk about a big part of the value of blogs being building a network. George Clooney Karyn's claim that I look like George Clooney has somehow traveled. Very good point.

eLearning 2.0 100

eLearning 2.0 Wiki Social Bookmarking Social Networks 100

Tony Karrer

APRIL 28, 2008

How Students Develop Online Learning Skills (EDUCAUSE Quarterly) | EDUCAUSE CONNECT 35. Podcast on Social Networking in Project-Based Learning | Beyond School 44. Learning and Networking with a Blog (Deleted Scenes) : eLearning Technology 46. Steve Hargadon: Web 2.0 Is the Future of Education 36. Mental Model Musings 40.

Wiki 147

Wiki Instructional Design Case Study Corporate eLearning 147

Tony Karrer

JULY 31, 2008

Harold Jarche - Skills 2.0 We need to develop our competencies, skills and comfort levels with these new tools. Of course we must use network technologies ourselves. Understanding how to apply social networks to improve organizational performance is a prerequisite for shaping learning and development from here on out.

Skills 102

Skills Social Networks Wiki Long Tail 102

Tony Karrer

APRIL 13, 2009

The Power of a Network in Action - Engaged Learning , April 1, 2009 Remember this? It shows the possibilities of having a strong social network. I’m learning that my technical skills are important as learning moves to a web 2.0 Top Other Items The following are the top other items based on social signals.

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Diversity Training Authoring Tools Portal Screencast 100

Tony Karrer

MARCH 25, 2009

When you combine this with things like Alex Pentland - How Social Networks Work Best - A recent MIT study found that in one organization the employees with the most extensive personal digital networks were 7% more productive than their colleagues This actually does not come as much a surprise to me.

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Productivity Product Social Networks Knowledge Worker 100

Tony Karrer

MARCH 29, 2009

I would claim that we need to help people with their Search Skills. I would also claim that this is exactly why Network Learning is so important. Network Learning? You've got to look beyond formal. Saul is right that it's sometimes hard to find the right information on the web when you need it.

Social Networks 100

Social Networks Blended Learning Compliance Training Write Blog 100

Tony Karrer

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

link] March 17-20, 2013 Teaching Academic Survival Skills (TASS) Conference, 24 th , Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA. link] April 9-10, 2013 Increasing the Effectiveness of Your Scholarly Communication Program : Strategic Skills for Success, organized by the Association of Research Libraries, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.

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eLearning Conferences Conference Blended Learning Diversity Training 238