establishing a professional learning network
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Presentation for Education Undergraduate Society sharing the what, why and how's related to a Professional Learning Network.TRANSCRIPT
Establishing a Professional Learning Network
Kurtis HewsonUniversity of Lethbridge
Education Undergraduate Society
Essential Questions
• What is a PLN?
• Why should I consider establishing a PLN?
• How do I start my PLN?
Evolution of Digital Footprints
Footprint 1.0 – What is a digital footprint?
• What I do can be accessed and followed?• Our online record (photos, comments, posts, websites)
Footprint 2.0 – Don’t want a digital footprint
• Never use your real name (pseudonym, online “mask”)• Erase your online presence
Footprint 3.0 – Manage a digital footprint
• Adding positive online content – taking control!• Establishing and contributing to a PLN
What is a PLN?• Not a new concept
– Traditionally limited by geography and not often timely
– Today, transcends distance, role and expertise
Benefits of a PLN• Resource and idea sharing
• Varied feedback
• Embrace technology
• Support
• Opportunities
Why Start Now?
• Establish a strong network of professionals and supports prior to entering your first classroom
• Supplement (or in some cases supplant) induction supports
• Begin building your professional “brand”
Getting Started
Further Support
http://kurtishewson.wordpress.comBlog posting further explaining presentation, with links for resources.
http://about.me/kurtishewsonAdd me to your PLN!
Next week: Twitter – Why Start Now