Blog post #5

What is a PLN? PLN stands for personal learning network. PLN is a way for teachers and students to connect with one another through the internet. It is a tool that allows you to share new ideas and resources. These personal learning networks are available at any time. There are sources such as Symbaloo and Netvibes to help use and keep track of your PLN. Since there are so many different sites to use Symbaloo and Netvibes provide a way to organize these different sites. I personally like Symbaloo better but they are both very helpful. Richard Byrne says it perfectly by describing a PLN as a "network of professionals with whom you share knowledge and from whom you gain knowledge.'

Why use a PLN?
It is important for teachers to stay connected with new ways of learning. Personal learning networks allow teachers to interact with other educators around the globe. With a PLN teachers are open to different cultures and new ways of teaching. It is a great opportunity to learn from other professionals. As a future educator I look forward to using my own personal learning network. I think it is a great tool to stay connected to other teachers and other ways of learning.