Misty Green BGSU 11/30/10

What is a PLE? Applications and/or web resources to manage and control learning Learner can set own goals and ways which acquire information PLE= Personal Learning Environment

 Ability to combine social networks and peer-to-peer connection  Utilizing new technologies for learning  Share work ideas and cultivate with others  Build and tailor personal learning environment to personal needs and goals  Continued growth and learning  Organize tools, feedback, and research

Connect Information and Technology Distinguish important from unimportant information Learning is on-going, knowing where to find the information Organized Learning Choice of tools, resources, and technology = learner development of PLE

Educators recognizing Personal Learning Environments Deciphering the best approach to foster and enhance a PLE Process of awareness and guiding the learner

Learning Design Implications Incorporate PLE into curriculum/experiences by: Nurturing creativity, and exploration Wiki’s Blogs Guiding new technology sources Examples of organization/layouts Discussion/feedback— , face- to-face, skype, etc. Illustration Invoking personal practice

Final Thought Building skills to support today’s technology Learner is able to reflect on their learning and resources Make connections from the information gathered Learner has creative control to develop and organize their learning environment

What does your PLE consist of?