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The Connected Educator: Building a Professional Learning Network

Allison Rossett

A PLN is “a system of interpersonal connections and resources that support informal learning” (Trust, 2012). There are two main types of tools for building a Professional Learning Network: information aggregation and social media connection. Information Aggregation. Edmodo and Ning are gaining popularity with educators.

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The Connected Educator: Building a Professional Learning Network

Allison Rossett

A PLN is “a system of interpersonal connections and resources that support informal learning” (Trust, 2012). There are two main types of tools for building a Professional Learning Network: information aggregation and social media connection. Information Aggregation. Edmodo and Ning are gaining popularity with educators.

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7 lessons how to use social media in an event with social media beginners

Joitske Hulsebosch eLearning

We managed to let people connect beforehand through a platform (ning ) and afterwards link participants to other networks or initiatives (like the outcome mapping community ). The exciting thing about social media is makes it easy to call for wider participation in program design. In our case suggestions were few (but useful!)

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SharePoint Update

Tony Karrer

If you are interested in attending, go to the Learn Trends Ning Site and sign-up. Andrew Smith Learning Technology Specialist Tele-Atlas How Tele-Atlas uses SharePoint as a platform for informal learning. The role of SharePoint in New Supervisor Orientation including: Training programs, Templates and guides and Testimonials.

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Cammy Beans Learning Visions: Using FaceBook

Learning Visions

Would the better approach be to create a real-closed community using something like Ning? Have you looked at ning? Clarence, I have looked a bit at Ning, mostly via Jay Crosss Ning group. Clarence, I have looked a bit at Ning, mostly via Jay Crosss Ning group. Whats been your experience with Ning?

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ASTD Follow-Up

Tony Karrer

Knowledge Work Framework Tilde Effect Concept Worker Knowledge Work Not Separate from Learning Tool Set 2009 Search Better Memory Network Learning Information Radar Remote Collaboration Common eLearning 2.0 Review the post - Information Radar - and use the information there to set up your radar and start a new blog. eLearning 2.0

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Cammy Beans Learning Visions: Currently Working On.

Learning Visions

Heres a taste of whats on my plate right now: Lots of Software Trai ning Finishing up a big project update for a large financial institution. Were creating an orientation program for a national sorority. Game-like program. A momentary pause in the madness. This is the kind of work pace I like. Little design work. Much juggling.

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