From this week’s materials, we learned about personal learning networks. We can think of personal learning networks as the connection between the different online services and sources that we may use as part of our daily lives.
How are we learning from these personal networks? Well the information that we come across becomes learning. There are news, information and updates provided on these networks, which are accessible by technology. Having a good grasp digital literacy will help ensure that we are using these networks and platforms correctly.
This is important as there are often surveillance and privacy concerns when it comes to using public networks. Data integrity has been a big topic for many and we have be mindful of the information that we are sharing online. Much like concealing your private information being important, it’s necessary to be discreet in the kinds of information that are being shared on these platforms. Given that all of this information is easily and readily accessible, individuals should only post information that they are comfortable with sharing.
Some people may even choose to use these platforms for networking, because interacting with other individuals may help facilitate their growth and learning. Given that a majority of employment of opportunities often come from word of mouth, these platforms become valuable. Individuals can assist companies with hiring trusted candidates and individuals can share their thoughts and ideas about their respective industries.
All of this networking can be beneficial for an individual’s career growth, as they find people that have valuable information that can help guide their career trajectories. The social part of these networks help connect people and reduce barriers to communication for them to possibly work together or collaborate together.
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