Mapping Your Learning Connections

The networks that I used help me navigate through technology a little easier. The different networks that I used are Google plus, blog account, LinkedIn account, and Facebook each network I used in a different way. The way networks have changed the way I learned is that all of the networks are connected through Google plus which allows me to work much easier. Google plus allows me to communicate through e-mail, Google talk with family, friends and others. Google plus allows me to log into my blog account where I can update my blog, and respond to people. LinkedIn allows me to display my resume and apply for jobs and build my network with companies, colleagues across the United States. Facebook allows me to connect with friends and family.

The digital tools that facilitate learning for me is using blackboard which allows me to stay connected with my professors and classmates through discussion question where I am able to discuss with my classmates about the topic at hand by provided past knowledge and research which helps me grow with in my field and share the learned knowledge with others. I am also able to find my assignments on Blackboard where I have time to complete my assignments in a digital tool that promotes self-pace learning. The other digital tools I used is power point tool which allows me to create digital presentations for class projects or professional projects. It helps me to stay current on the technology that is beginning used. It also allows me to do research on the topic at hand but also gain more knowledge which will help me better in my field. The way I gain new knowledge is through using a Google search bar which allows me to research any topic that I am curious about. It allows me build upon my knowledge so that I can become a better Instructional Designer. I am able to see what educational tools are being used so that I can implement it throughout my curriculum. My personal learning network support Connectivism is a learning theory for the digital age. Learning has changed over the last several decades. The Learning happens in many different ways. Courses, email, communities, conversations, web search, email lists, reading blogs, etc. Courses are not the primary conduit for learning (  http://www.connectivism.ca/about.html). Connectivism allows me to used many different learning networks to help foster my learning.

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