1. Steve Mackenzie and Heather Conboy: May 16 th 2008 SOCIAL (LEARNING) NETWORKS AND SOCIAL BOOKMARKING 1. Workshop Admin, Introductions and Objectives 2. Setting the Scene and Context for this workshop (SM) 3. Social Bookmarking (HC) 4. Social and Learning Networks (SM) 5. Summary and Final Thoughts Workshop Agenda Welcome
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3. Workshop Objectives The application of Web 2.0 technologies for educational purposes is gaining ground in many academic quarters. In this workshop we will highlight the features of two popular web 2.0 technologies Social Bookmarking and Social Networking and explore ideas of how they can be used for teaching, learning and professional development. In this workshop we will 1. Explore the meaning of social bookmarking/ Social Networking as part of the Web2.0 environment 2. Demonstrate the use of social bookmarking and networking (including del.icio.us, Ning) 3. Ask participants to share their thoughts and ideas for using these tools 4. Share how we have tried to use these tools as part of the pathfinder 5. Explore ways in which they can be useful for both students and staff DMU 2008 Symposium : Social (learning) networks and social bookmarking – Steve Mackenzie & Heather Conboy May 16th 2008
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8. The Impact of Social Software on Learning http://youtube.com/watch?v=grI_h88vs3g George Siemens: proponent of a new learning theory Connectivism DMU 2008 Symposium : Social (learning) networks and social bookmarking – Steve Mackenzie & Heather Conboy May 16th 2008
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11. Tagging & Citeulike, Connotea, Source: www.modulussystems.com/blog/2007/09/anyone-fo... DMU 2008 Symposium : Social (learning) networks and social bookmarking – Steve Mackenzie & Heather Conboy May 16th 2008
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13. http://del.icio.us/dmupathfinder/socialnetworking The Del.icio.us website (Interface) DMU 2008 Symposium : Social (learning) networks and social bookmarking – Steve Mackenzie & Heather Conboy May 16th 2008
14. Ideas for social bookmarking Projects Informal and independent learning Scaleable build resource for class or subject Researcher networks Staff resources Possible integration with other networking DMU 2008 Symposium : Social (learning) networks and social bookmarking – Steve Mackenzie & Heather Conboy May 16th 2008
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22. The floor is yours – Ideas and Questions DMU 2008 Symposium : Social (learning) networks and social bookmarking – Steve Mackenzie & Heather Conboy May 16th 2008
23. Final Thoughts On Networking “ As this article states , the ability to form networks is vital for achieving personal and career goals. When I suggest how important personal learning networks are, I often encounter the statement "I don't have time". As this author states: "If you want to succeed you need to make the time". She then goes on to suggest that we need to schedule time for forming networks so that it becomes habitual. I wonder how many educators regularly set aside time to consider the quality and diversity of their networks.” (George Siemens – elearnspace e-mail newsletter 11/05/2008) Anticipate problems and don’t be afraid to seek constructive help. No matter how carefully you plan, some things will invariably go wrong. Don’t despair: numerous educators have emphasized the value of risk-taking to professional growth. The point is not to give up (“Oh, I tried online group work and it didn’t work at all”). Seek help from knowledgeable colleagues and from faculty development centers where you will find books, articles, and professionals who can offer indirect advice or who can observe your online classes. Remember that the research on deep learning is unequivocal. To reach your intended educational outcomes, you must provide students with opportunities for interactions and for active learning. These should occur in carefully structured, sequenced activities that are frequently assessed. The technology is merely a tool to help implement these techniques. Barbara Millis Managing—and Motivating!—Distance Learning Group Activities Thank You for attending. Please fill in and hand back your post it notes DMU 2008 Symposium : Social (learning) networks and social bookmarking – Steve Mackenzie & Heather Conboy May 16th 2008
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Heather 3 mins Running Total 3 mins to include welcome, introduction and objectives Post it notes: * yellow – “what you will do differently as a result of this session” * Red/pink – “what is stopping me” Tags for blog comments are: workshop3 Advice to participants: make notes on the handouts Handouts: 1) Powerpoint slides 2) Minds on Fire PDF 3) heathers???
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