Module 1.3 - LEARNER Option 3: Learning Communities

 Learning Communities

In this module, participants learn how online and in-person learning communities can help them improve their professional practice by building their own Personal Learning Network (PLN).

ISTE Standard: Learner

To meet this standard, educators continually improve their practice by learning from and with others and exploring proven and promising practices that leverage technology to improve student learning. Educators:

1a. Set professional learning goals to explore and apply pedagogical approaches made possible by technology and reflect on their effectiveness.
1b. Pursue professional interests by creating and actively participating in local and global learning networks.
1c. Stay current with research that supports improved student learning outcomes, including findings from the learning sciences.

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Teachers who use learning communities to guide their professional practice are Learners because they "pursue professional interests by creating and actively participating in local and global learning networks."

 

Learning Intentions

• I can make the most of opportunities to attend educational technology conferences and “unconferences”.
• I can participate in educational technology online communities.
• I can use social media tools to expand my educational technology personal learning network (PLN).
• I can participate in online collaborative groups specific to my grade level and/or content area.
• I can participate in face-to-face collaborative groups to share educational technology ideas, resources, and best practices.

 

Success Criteria

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• Complete assignments, quizzes, discussions, and reflections:
  • Ed Tech Conferences
  • Learning Communities Discussion
  • Online Learning Communities
  • Social Media PLN
  • Collaborative Groups