We have seen how the role of teacher has changed over the previous ten years. I like what the article said about being a learner in a networked learning community. We must model learning, collaborating and problem solving, because this is the goal for the 21st century. The experienced teacher and the novice teacher bring different attributes to the table, and mixed together, produce a learning experience. Time is at a premium so networking enables us to share and communicate learning. Just seeing how many courses can be taken on-line now is a testament to the necessity of a networked learning community.
When commenting, the positive comments are great and may make the writer feel good but they won't start a conversation. Elaborating on the "why it's great" or including your own opinion can start a meaningful exchange of information. I just realized I had some comments on my very first blog entry--how exciting and I felt the writers were really interested and confirming.
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Carolyn, firstly- your blog is awesome! Very mathematical and stimulating! You are so inspiring to me.
ReplyDeleteI agree this is a whole new way to organize ourselves in this time-strapped day and age and how it provides chances for people of all experience ranges to join together and reflect. It is really exciting..intimidating in some ways, but opportunities abound!