Technology Blog #1: Developing a Connected Learning Model

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      Chapter 2 was very insightful, focusing on the idea of connected learning communities. The chapter suggests that learning is more effective when people collaborate and share different ideas.  The traditional way of learning typically involves individuals working alone, which leaves limited resources. This chapter also introduced the three different aspects of  connected learning communities. Professional learning communities, personal learning networks, and communities of practice. These are the three models the chapter uses to demonstrate that learning is enhanced through collaboration.          Another big part of this chapter is the need for diversity in collaboration. The chapter explains how connected collaboration leads to innovation. Social media tools are key to helping people connect and learn from others with diverse perspectives. Collaborating with people from different cultures often introduces different ideas and new a...