What have I been missing all this time? Just finished my first Twitter chat (#sbgchat) and it feels like I am on an adrenaline rush. Probably am. The ideas were flowing so quickly that it was impossible to keep up. My finite little world expanded as I read and added to the conversation, in this case, about standards based grading. Now, I am no expert on this topic. In fact, I am a novice, but this post isn't about the topic. Instead, it's about the learning that took place as so many great minds got together in one place to discuss positive educational practices. Practitioners and academics alike added to the discussion as each shared their unique insight and perspectives. As a result, the topic (in the form of short questions from the moderators) could be hashed out extensively. Ideas and action steps were left open for the world to see with very little off-task chatter. This is what professional development should look like.
For weeks now, I 've been trying to build up a PLN (Personal Learning Network) using Twitter and tonight that network grew by leaps and bounds. While I will likely never meet most of the people I follow, their ideas are always there for me to learn from and many have been open to inquiries and comments as I seek to grow professionally while building my own presence online. As this presence expands, I hope to add to the professional learning of others while continuing to grow myself. The give and take is what makes this network so inspiring.
BTW, I noticed today that a post from this blog was tweeted. It caught me by surprise and was a great end to a long day. It's good to know someone is reading these posts. I hope they are helpful.
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