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The differences between social professional networks and communities of practice

Matrix

There is special emphasis on developing communities of practice (both within the organization and outside it) to encourage the professional development of employees in a friendly, effective and non-invasive manner. Main difference between social and professional communities. Communities of practice focus on a subject.

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2023 ITA Jay Cross Memorial Award: Keeley Sorokti

Clark Quinn

Her impact can be seen in her work with multiple technology, non-profit, and higher education organizations, where she has improved knowledge creation and sharing, cross-boundary connections, collaboration, and learning experiences.

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A Brief Introduction – Communities of Practice Manager

The Learning Circuits

As Ryann mentioned in a previous post, I’m the Community of Practice Manager for Learning Technologies at ASTD. In this role, I engage with the community and help build ASTD’s portfolio of content—from T+D articles to books to educational programs to conferences and beyond.

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Recommended Reading Summary: A Chapter of “Emerging Technologies for the Classroom”

Adobe Captivate

I’ve since started writing chapter summaries (here is the last article ) so people can “preview” some of the great books out there and hopefully end up reading them! Social media has a different impact on the learning experience, compared to technology that is often utilized in the learning environment.

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Games Build Community & Associations: ASAE Technology Conference Session

Web Courseworks

I will be speaking at one of the last Idea Labs at the ASAE Technology Conference next Friday, February 12 th at 3:30PM. magazine invited me to author an article on “Five Ways Associations Can Use Online Games”. I plan not to disappoint! Associations Now!

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Give Learners a Voice by Incorporating Social Learning

Adobe Captivate

Social learning is an important developing aspect of the learning technology industry. Here are some ways we can do that: Create communities of practice that either meet in person or virtually. See this article on blended learning. What are some ways you’ve used technology to connect learners?

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Friday Finds: The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | June 7, 2019

Mike Taylor

“Dialogue is the most powerful learning technology on earth.” Here are a few exciting things from the learning, design and technology world this week. Here are a few exciting things from the learning, design and technology world this week. Build Communities—Invite Those on the Edges. ” -Jay Cross.