“Do you live in a bubble?” This is a phrase we often hear when referring to someone who does not branch out. For this week’s assignment, I explored my “bubble,” or in other terms, my Professional Learning Network (PLN). My PLN consists of where I go for information and who I rely on for information that is related to my work. As you can see below, the majority of my PLN consists of my current professional learning community, Rogers Elementary. One strength of this is that I feel confident in seeking information from the administration and majority of the staff.Unfortunately, in my own experiences, that has not always been the case. However, one unique constraint of feeling comfortable within my school is that I don’t branch out beyond my professional setting. For example, Gee (2013) states “in a healthy society, diversity is honored because diverse people and viewpoints serve the same purpose as variation does in evolution. Such diversity expands possibilities for new discoveries and survival in the face of change.” Therefore, I must challenge myself to go beyond my comfort level and seek new space in order to grow. One way to do this is through the many digital tools that are offered today. Technology allows me to connect with other educators that are outside of my own “bubble.” I realized that the affinity spaces where I was extending my learning only consisted of media and settings that I felt comfortable with. Because of MAET, I have rejoined Twitter and I have connected with classmates, instructors, and other educators. Exploring new spaces will allow me to interact with more diverse learning opportunities and grow beyond my own “bubble.” Who’s in your bubble? Help expand my PLN by following me on Twitter @JennaD_4th... I will follow back! References: DeVoursney J. (2020, May 26). Professional Learning Network. [Image]. http://popplet.com/app/#/5837803 Gee, J.P. (2004). Situated Language and Learning: A Critique of Traditional Schooling. https://ebookcentral-proquest-com.proxy2.cl.msu.edu/lib/michstate-ebooks/reader.action?docID=200413&query= Gee, J.P. (2017). Affinity Spaces and 21st Century Learning. Educational Technology,57(2), 27-31. http://www.jstor.org.proxy1.cl.msu.edu/stable/44430520. Comments are closed.
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