Allison Rossett

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The best way to strengthen the learning organization is to ….

Allison Rossett

That will mean shifting to smaller targeted bites of learning, information and support. The great learning organization works its magic through field supervisors, social networks, and on demand programs. Instead focus on building learning, community and reference capacity in line with organizational priorities. Just good stuff.

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The Connected Educator: Building a Professional Learning Network

Allison Rossett

Educators today are pursuing professional development by building their very own Professional (or Personal) Learning Networks (PLNs). PLNs connect them with a global network of contacts and resources. A PLN is “a system of interpersonal connections and resources that support informal learning” (Trust, 2012). What is a PLN?

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The Connected Educator: Building a Professional Learning Network

Allison Rossett

Educators today are pursuing professional development by building their very own Professional (or Personal) Learning Networks (PLNs). PLNs connect them with a global network of contacts and resources. A PLN is “a system of interpersonal connections and resources that support informal learning” (Trust, 2012). What is a PLN?

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Whither higher education? To the opera!

Allison Rossett

What about becoming part of a social network sponsored by a professional association aligned with your major? With decreasing support from state governments, the pricetag for higher education has become a life-altering burden for students and families. What do alumni have to say? Money matters.

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Instructional Design: Something Old, Something New

Allison Rossett

What of scenario-based online programs, social networks and communities, discussion boards, or personalized programs? Participants enjoy MORE learning, collaboration, support and information IN THE WORKPLACE. Participants MORE OFTEN REACH for learning, support and information in the workflow, leveraging MOBILE devices.

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Instructional Design: Something Old, Something New

Allison Rossett

What of scenario-based online programs, social networks and communities, discussion boards, or personalized programs? Participants enjoy MORE learning, collaboration, support and information IN THE WORKPLACE. Participants MORE OFTEN REACH for learning, support and information in the workflow, leveraging MOBILE devices.