social media and its role in informal learning (for dummies)
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A simple introduction to informal learning and a look at how social networking tools can be used to improve learning opportunities.TRANSCRIPT
Social Media and its role inInformal Learning
David Wills
By end of session you will be able to:◦Define what is meant by informal learning◦Demonstrate an awareness of some of the most useful social networking tools
Traditional Training Function
Informal Learning Paradox
Social Media’s Role in Informal Learning
Most Popular Social Media Tools
Content
To organise structured (formal) learning events
Traditional Training Function
Computer based learning
Online learning / e-learning
Learning Management Systems
Technology Used
Traditionally, 80% of training budget spent on formal learning
Recognised that 80% of workplace learning occurs informally!◦ Watching people◦ Asking questions◦ Trial and error◦ Looking things up in book
Jay Cross’ Informal Learning Paradox
Social media enables our most natural form of learning - sharing information
Individuals use social tools to build a trusted network of friends and colleagues – a “Personal Learning Network” Ask and answer questions Exchange resources, ideas and experience Brainstorm and solve problems together Keep up to date with what colleagues are
doing Learn from each other, often without
realising it
Social Web
Which are the most popular?
Learning Professionals are recognising the value of Social Media Tools
Top 10 Tools for Learning 2012
Top 10 Tools for Learning 2012
Informal Learning in 10 minutes – Jay Cross Social Media for Informal Learning Social Networking: Bridging Formal and Info
rmal Learning 100+ Examples of Using Social Media for Le
arning A Practical Guide to the Top 100 Tools for Le
arning
Further (Informal) Learning