Quotes right out of the lesson
Fill in the blank: "If we don't interact with people who ________ with our world view, we end up living in an intellectual bubble, which - especially in education - is not a good thing. - Will Richardson
Disagree
What was the standard of the lesson?
Standard 2.1 Learner
What is a PLN also known as a Personalized Learning Network?
A PLN is a tool that uses social media and technology to collect, communicate, collaborate and create with connected colleagues anywhere at any time.
What does PLN stand for?
Personalized Learning Network
Refers to how we conduct ourselves on the web.
Digital Citizenship
Fill in the blank: “Being a member of an __________________________ helps teachers by providing an environment where, along with other professionals in the field, they broaden their knowledge, they share their ideas, experiences, and resources regarding teaching with technology”.
“Educational Technology PLN”
Why is it important to stay current with research that supports improved student learning outcomes, including findings from the learning sciences?
To continue to learn and grow as a better teacher.
What might be a reason not all teachers can have “water cooler conversations”?
Not all teachers can connect and exchange ideas with other teachers because of their school size, schedule conflicts, or other responsibilities that make it hard to connect.
True or False: Facebook cannot be used as a professional group.
False
What is an example of a global collaboration for teachers?
Global schoolnet, The Global read aloud, iEarn Global collaboration projects, GridPals, etc.
Fill in the blank: “___________ is not a PLN” There are three potential answers.
Pinterest, Teachers pay teachers or people you admire and follow.
Why is it important to participate in local and global learning networks?
To learn from other educators and gain essential insights from the wisdom of others.
What are the two main platforms used for PLNs discussed in the lesson?
Facebook and Twitter
What is the public social network where you can reply, repost, and respond to other's comments and ideas?
What is: The ability to discern good information from poor, such as “fake news” from real news.
Media Literacy
What is the standard the following quote explains?: “This standard is at the core of our profession. We know that humans are lifelong learners, it is what makes us different, the rate at which we learn, for this standard looks for opportunities to expand your knowledge not only about your passions but also look into the changes in our world, the changes that our students will encounter and how will they be able to be prepared for this ever changing reality”.
2.1 Learner
Why is it important to “set professional learning goals to explore and apply pedagogical approaches made possible by technology and reflect on their effectiveness”?
You can always improve in teaching and using technology. Setting goals for yourself helps to continually improve your instruction and the use of technology. Your students will get more out of the class if you continually update it and keep it updated.
Give three benefits of a PLN.
1: you become in charge of your own professional development. 2: You can explore your own discipline's specific interests, needs, and passions (or your students’). 3: 24/7 learning offers flexibility to learn and connect at a time that suits you. 4: You can learn and connect in a way you enjoy. 5: There can be light and shade to your PLN (serious and lighthearted). 6: You can easily stay current on research and best practices. 7: A PLN allows for broad brainstorming or fine tuning. 8: Globally connected students need globally connected teachers.
Taken from article on PLNS by The Teacher Challenge.
What is a collaborative thread used for written posts?
A discussion forum
What is the theme of digital citizenship that is described in the quote?:
"Technology provides many opportunities and enjoyment, but knowing how to segment use with the needs of ourselves and others is key to a healthy, balanced life. Educators, especially in 1:1 schools or classrooms need to ask the question of how much screen time is appropriate for students".
Digital Health & Wellness: physical and psychological well-being in a digital technology world.
Fill in the blank: “_________, the social media application, is the backbone for most PLNS.”
What standard is described in the following quote: “Stay current with research that supports improved student learning outcomes, including findings from the learning sciences”?
Is it 2.1a, 2.1.b, or 2.1.c?
ISTE 2.1.c
What are two of the three deterrents to educators using PLNs as a tool for learning and professional development?
(1) The PLN is a mindset, not the outcome of a workshop or the PD offered annually by many school districts. It is not a one-shot fix. (2) Successful users of PLNs overwhelm the uninitiated with techno-babble. (3) It requires, at least at first, digital literacy beyond a Google search.
What is the private social network specifically for educators to connect and share ideas? Here you can video chat, share documents, and more.
Google+
These types of tools automate learning events: user registration, tracking courses, recording student data, and reports, they come with a variety of interactive learning features like gamification, quizzes, and even the ability to schedule live webinars and discussion forums. Some examples are Blackboard, Moodle, Schoology, Edmodo, Canvas etc.
CMS (Content Management system) and LMS (Learning management system)