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Embracing Innovation in Learning | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

We are moving, albeit in fits and starts, from traditional learning environments, where curriculum are essentially assigned to learners, to more collaborative and innovative environments where learners can self-direct their learning and participate in communities of passion. Of course, when I saw this question, I had to try to answer it.

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Brain science meets social media

Joitske Hulsebosch eLearning

Brain learning is currently a hot topic in the Netherlands amongst learning professionals. They interviewed various scientists and are translating new insights from brain science into practical consequences for organising effective learning situations. I'm working a lot with sociale media and communities of practice.

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Be kind to your brain (especially now)

CLO Magazine

Social distancing. The more stress we experience, the more quickly the primitive parts of our brain take over. Blood flow is redirected from the prefrontal cortex (the part of our brain responsible for executive functioning skills) to the amygdala (the “fight or flight” center), ensuring we are ready to act at a moment’s notice.

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Embrace Summertime for Continuous Learning

Learning Rebels

Your community can be your learning lifeline. Get inspired, share insights, and let the podcast drive group discussions to fuel your brain. Ice Cream Social: Organize an “Ice Cream Social Learning” event where colleagues gather to discuss a recent article, research, or book and enjoy some delicious frozen treats.

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Teach Your Members How to Build a Learning Habit

WBT Systems

Participating in online communities. As behavioral scientists learn more about the brain, their findings on habit development have been the basis of countless articles in traditional and digital media. Our brains turn routines into habits to save energy and be efficient. Make sure your online courses include community forums.

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Connected pedagogy: Social networks

Learning with e's

Photo by Steve Wheeler In a previous post I outlined some of the metrics around the use of digital media, technologies and social networks. I wrote that: "The age of social technologies has radically transformed the way we live our lives, and that includes how we learn and teach. 2002) Smartmobs: The Next Social Revolution.

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Social Interactions Are Important for Learning – Part II

Jigsaw Interactive

One of the most unfortunate side effects of the COVID pandemic is the impact that limited social interactions have had on our kids. From the time we’re born until the day we die, social interactions are key to our growth and development as individuals.

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