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Now, this represented an excellent first step, but probably the most impactful shift to the way I not only thought but worked, came in the unsuspecting form of a little blue bird and a tool called Twitter in 2009.
You see, prior to 2009 I was adamantly opposed to even the thought of using social media for both personal and professional reasons. This is how I saw social media and mobile technology back in 2009. connected educators Digital Leadership Opinion PersonalLearningNetwork'
In March of 2009, I began to use Twitter, and it was at this time that I began to create a PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN). As schools begin to develop plans for student and staff re-entry, pertinent professional learning supports will need to be emphasized.
It was then in 2009 that I possibly took the greatest risk of my young administrative career. What I lacked was education on how all aspects of technology could be used to enhance learning. If it were not for my PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN) I might have never changed. Obviously, not much at the time.
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It has been an incredible journey since I decided to become a connected educator back in March of 2009. Through connected learning and sharing, I have become better equipped to lead change at New Milford High School and to begin to transform the teaching and learning process.
My journey started in March 2009 when I took a chance and began to utilize Twitter as acommunications tool. After lurking and learning for a little while, I quickly discovered this vibrant community of passionate educators actively collaborating to improve educational practices.
It was in March of 2009 that I decided to give this social networking tool Twitter a try. As I became active on Twitter members of my PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN) began to suggest that I start a blog. I often marveled at the creative thought and passion that so many educators put into their writing.
It has been quite the ride since I changed my perspective on teaching, learning, and leadership eight years ago. Prior to 2009 I basically saw technology as just an add-on and something that could spruce up a lesson. An ironclad Internet filter was in place to “protect” students and ensure that none of them could go off task.
I was honored to have been interviewed for Educational Leadership, ASCD's flagship magazine, on the power of Twitter as part of a PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN). As you will see, the true power of connected learning is what you glean from the people you engage with. You can read the article HERE.
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Ever since becoming connected in March 2009 I have relied on two primary mobile devices. Over the years I have become quite proficient and knowledgeable about iOS apps that I rely on to increase productivity and to grow professionally through my PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN).
In 2009, Beth Still started the ISTE Newbie Project to serve as an example of how people who are connected to one another on Twitter can work together to do great things. For three years in a row she tapped into her personallearningnetwork to raise money to send three different Newbies to ISTE.
After getting on Twitter in 2009 I realized that we had to be better for our kids. I spent a great deal of time writing numerous detailed memos on everything from technology tools to improve assessment, developing a PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN), and embracing innovative ideas. Then I waited.
The concept of a PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN) has been around for a couple of years now. Carve out a little time each day (15 – 30 minutes) and use one of many available free tools to learn. I can relate, as this is where I was prior to March 2009. The premise is relatively simple. Boy was I wrong.
Since 2009 I have been a huge believer and advocate for connected learning and the formation of PersonalLearningNetworks (PLN’s). Now don't get me wrong, I still highly value face-to-face experiences, as there are some natural limits to learning exclusively in a social media vacuum.
Will and I met virtually on Twitter way back in 2009. Our connection began like many other educators who use social media as part of a PersonalLearningNetwork – we wanted to learn, grow, and get better. Image credit https://behappy.me At the time he was known as @peoplegogy on Twitter.
Image credit: https://media.licdn.com For me, becoming a connected educator in early 2009 served as a catalyst for professional growth in ways that I could never have imagined. As I developed and grew my PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN) I learned how much I did not know.
I originally wrote this post way back in 2009. Here are just a few: Educational Administrators Ning The Educator''s PersonalLearningNetwork Ning More Educational Nings Update- Nings are still hugely popular. Lots has changed since then. So let''s dust it off and do some updating. You will also need some Nings to visit.
When I began to develop a shared vision and strategic plan for change with my staff back in 2009 I referred to the Katgar Model of Change. Today’s leaders have a great advantage when it comes to learning and that is social media. You can’t go wrong with the work of Michael Fullan and his Six Secrets of Change.
because teaching is no longer an isolated profession; it’s a dynamic and interconnected field requiring teachers to work collaboratively and build expansive professional and personallearningnetworks. Brouwer & Korthagen, 2005; Ferrari, Cachia, & Punie, 2009; Zhu et al., link] Coulter, S. doi: 10.1187/cbe.19-01-0021.
I wrote a post on December 28, 2009 where I talked about tools that I thought would have a break out year. Here is an example I use a lot where I asked people to give me their thoughts on what a PLN (PersonalLearningNetwork) means to them. I want to be hip. So here is my reflections on 2010 and my predictions for 2011.
Since 2009 I have been a huge believer and advocate for connected learning and the formation of PersonalLearningNetworks (PLN’s). Now don’t get me wrong, I still highly value face-to-face experiences, as there are some natural limits to learning exclusively in a social media vacuum.
.” He didn’t have time… Kids would cheat… It wouldn’t help learning… He had banned devices and technology, essentially creating a jail in his school. However, in 2009, he came to the revelation that social media would help him become a more effective communicator. Professional Learning.
I was super happy about the success and the feedback we got from the Maryland version of the Learning Tools Smackdown! Geordie Paulus - MICCA Outstanding Technology Leader 2009 , Matthew Winner - National Board Certification candidate , Aaron Smith - The Art Guy and Selena Ward - The Tech Tiger!
But what I get most from the Edublogs is an ever growing list of great new voices and views to add to my personallearningnetwork. Write a post that includes your nominations on your blog , link to them and link to this site ( See an example from 2009. ) Thank you, Shelly!) Heh heh heh!
This includes how to use technology to learn more technology. How to develop a personallearningnetwork through technology should be a course offered in every teacher preparation program. It has run continually since 2009. One can create a personallearningnetwork by using many tools.
I went transparent in 2009 after being inspired at NECC-DC. Today, having a PersonalLearningNetwork is essential to stay in tune with the trends and what''s going on. If you haven''t done it already, go for it! And really? Build your PLN Build your PLN! So whether you join a Ning or Twitter (even just for conferences!)
I went transparent in 2009 after being inspired at NECC-DC. Today, having a PersonalLearningNetwork is essential to stay in tune with the trends and what''s going on. Be Transparent If you haven''t done it already, go for it! And really? Still love you, mean it! Build your PLN Build your PLN!
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