what the heck is a pln? - personal learning networks for educators

Personal Learning Networks

for Educators

Michael Graffin (@mgraffin)Perth, Western AustraliaBlog: http://areliefteachersjourney.blogspot.com

RSCON3 July 29-31, 2011

Aims of the SessionTo promote better understanding of the nature and

value of Personal Learning Networks for educatorsTo share and discuss some of the online tools and

resources you can use to build / grow your own PLNTo engage in a global conversation about the impact of

PLNs on teaching and learning practices around the world

To provide an opportunity for new and experienced teachers alike to learn, share, and connect.

The Essence of the PLN ...

cc licensed ( BY SD ) flickr photo by Sue Waters: http://flickr.com/photos/suewaters/2673475018/

“By sharing and following our passions through connections and collaboration with others around the world, we demonstrate life-long learning for our students.”

Sheri Edwards (@grammarsheri)Passion: PassiTon – Pass It On (What Else)

“The oz-teachers list is a real community and testament to the notion of the best professional development being self-generating and in-time (rather than ‘in case’).

The most amazing thing about the list is its longevity and its continuing reliance on what is now regarded as an old technology – email ... This is simultaneously wonderful and sad!”

Dr Margaret Lloyd (List Manager)

http://www.otn.edu.au/

Reflective Blogging: A Relief Teacher’s JourneyMy blog is my voice on a global stage, a place where I share my story, experiences, and ideas with the world.

My PLN Journey

•My First #Edchat•Connecting Globally •What the heck is a PLN?•A Teacher’s Story •Why I Connect

Just Six Months on

Sharing resourcesMaking global connections and global friends

Accessing free professional learning

Conversations with expert teachers

Global Collaboration

Accessing global perspectives on teaching and learning

Fun and laughter: joking about

@bucharestutor’s lunch

Supporting each-other through hard times.

Flattening my classroom walls

http://globalclassroom2011.wikispaces.com

Global Classroom 2011/1221 Classes13 Countries

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Join our Global Conversation!

http://voicethread.com/share/1990971/

Where to from here?

@theMolisticView

Take it easy, and explore one tool / medium at a time.

You might: •Start reading a few blogs, or perhaps start your own•Create a Diigo / Delicious account to bookmark online resources•Join the Twitter™ conversation

Do something which YOU are comfortable with!

Find an online mentor – we are here to help!

Food for ThoughtSome further reading and viewing on PLNs ...

23 Resources about PLNs - @ShellTerrell (Great Videos)

WeConnect Wiki: What are Personal Learning Networks?

PLN Yourself Wiki – Tips, Tools & Tutorials (@suewaters)

“30 Days to A Whole New PLN” – Edublogs Teacher Challenge

The 21st Century Educator - SlideShare - @kimcofino

The PLN Matures - @InnovativeEdu Blog

Twitter™ Resources & TipsTwitter™ for Teachers – Prezi by Keith Ferrell

Building Your Own PLN with Twitter – Te@ch ME Blog

Twitter ™ Tutorial Videos - @stumpteacher

Twitter™ for Newbies - @stumpteacher

Don’t Tweet This – Excellent advice via @heidicohen

Twitter for Teachers – Creative Education Blog

Michael Graffin

Blog: A Relief Teacher’s JourneyTwitter: @mgraffinWiki: My Web 2.0 AdventuresLinkedIn: http://au.linkedin.com/in/michaelgraffin