Shiron's Professional Learning Network
Professional Learning Networks
PLNs Are Collaboration
Collaboration as a method of learning has been with us from the beginning of education. However, it was mostly limited to face-to-face interactions within school buildings, districts or, in some cases, conferences, if educators were fortunate enough to attend one. This is how teachers connected and collaborated through history. Today, technology is collaboration on steroids, supporting "connected educators" -- a term recognized and celebrated by the U.S. Department of Education.
Some might say that we don't need technology to be connected. I disagree. Technology has fundamentally changed collaboration by removing barriers of time and space.
Finding a PLN
Technology has made it easier for educators around the world  to connect with one another. Social Media has changed the way we learn, interact, and share ideas. Personal learning networks allow educators to seek advice, trade best practices, and network with one another. Personal learning networks gives educators the means to grow and improve continuously.
Explore Professional Learning Networks
Computer Science PLN
For teachers who teach computer science using curriculum from Code.org
Engineering PLN
For teachers who teach engineering using curriculum from Project Lead the Way
Technology PLN
An independent education technology information resource and community
My Personal Professional Learning Network
Because constant professional development is necessary, check out some of the resources that offer learning opportunities for educators. On this list, you'll find tools for staying up to date on the latest news, ideas, what other teachers are doing and the best lessons. Expand your network, find inspiration and build your knowledge of the best teaching practices with these rich sites and online communities
