I now HAVE a PLN, I didn't before and I am learning so much. I plan to join some of the learning communities like CoSN and attend conferences. I spoke with an administrator within the school system, from which I retired, and plan to volunteer to develop and assist with their professional development, especially for seasoned teachers who may still be leery of incorporating technology.
This school system has an effective central office technology department and most of the safe guards are in place as well as a policy for technology usage among students and teachers. The social networks and games are restricted.
Many parents are Linked or have a Facebook page, so tapping into blogs and wikis will not be a stretch and could be a positive, informative medium for school relations, interaction and communication.
I have so many ideas based on what I've learned. I hope to start a writing workshop via blog for teens. My PLN is going to be the catalyst for this project as I glean ideas, suggestions and encouragement.
