Introduction
There is no one way to build a PLN. Everyone has their own preferred networking tools. The purpose of this practical is really to provide guidance as to how to set up such a network and what tools are available.In setting up a PLN you really have two main concerns:
- What combination of networking tools will I use?
- Who should I include in my network?
Activity 1: Networking Tools (1 hour)
Spend an hour investigating the merits of these tools. Where necessary subscribe to the any of the free services and try them out:
Teachers use ICT to access outside experts and learning communities to support their activities and their own professional learning (KD.6.b).