Upon reflection, this feeling does not sit right with my teaching philosophy where I value the power of conversation. Twitter is a powerful connector and I need to start engaging with others to develop my own Professional Learning Network (PLN).
Why is it important to have a PLN? This infographic from Sylvia Duckworth gives some strong context.
To help build all our confidence in how to connect and discuss with others, Dorothy and Anne set up a provocation where we were answering a series of questions and using the hashtag #MDTAchat. We were able to gain the technical expertise of responding to others from this exercise.
While doing this, I found myself in the "zone" - I was reading, responding and formulating ideas at a quick pace and it gave me the insight into the personal philosophies of my cohort. I was able to see the connections that others made as well as challenge both others and my own thinking. I found my Twitter voice!
So what next? You tell me, I want to talk!
I am so pleased to hear this Heath. I said from the outset that I didn't want to impose one social media tool on the group, but I did want everyone to have one opportunity to experience the power of Twitter before making a decision. Your reflections are helpful to me. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThank you again for the session yesterday Dorothy! Great set up and the procovation really helped cement the power of social media within a PLN. Look forward to the hui next week!
DeleteI am on the same buzz Heath! I was always so afraid of Twitter being another social network to scroll through, but it is so powerful, full of so many amazing thoughts and ideas. I enjoy following you on Twitter, and look forward to when we are in the 'part of life' stage!
ReplyDeleteYou are doing so well on here - I am enjoying seeing the connections you're making on there!
DeleteYou and me both - isn't it incredible how all of a sudden you can be having an in depth conversation with someone like minded on the other side of the world?! Keen to see how we develop :)
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