Social Networks in Education

Steve Hartegan, of Classroom 2,0, is at it again, compiling resources on how Ning and other social networks are being used in education. Here are some sample links from his new wiki site called Social Networks in Education:

• Classroom 2.0 – Web 2.0 in the Classroom
• College 2.0 – Higher Education, Online Education and Web 2.0
• Coming of Age – The Book on Web 2.0 in the Classroom
• EduBloggerWorld – International Edubloggers
• ILTCE – Illinois Technology Conference for Educators – Learning Without Boundaries 2008
• International Classroom – Social network created for classes around the world. Space where pupils can share, talk about themselves ,show pictures and videos etc,and get to know each other’s culture.
• International Collaboration – High school and university students worldwide collaborate and learn about each others’ cultures and life styles
• The Global Education Collaborative – Promoting Global Awareness
• Learning 2.0 – Creating Collaborative Learning
• LITE – Leading Innovative Technology use in Education – Glenview School District 34
• Next Generation Teachers – Improving Teaching and Learning with New Technologies
• ProjectsByJen – PreK – 6th Grade Teacher Collaboration
• Online Projects 4 Teachers – Linking Teachers Together
• School 2.0 – The Changing of Education
• We Are Teachers IMAGINE Network– Online Knowledge Marketplace
• WEBTAS (Web Teaching and Academic Support Learning Community)
• Laptop Learning Community – Preparing Students with 21st Century Skills
• WorkForce Educators – Distance Learning and Teaching
• teachustech.ning.com – A network of teachers using technology
• Nanopaprika.eu – Network of NanoScience
• Fireside Learning (ning) – “Conversations about learning. Sit by the fireside and share your thoughts.”
• RBG Worldwide 1 Nation (ning) Afrikan Centered Cultural Development and Education
• PSUCast PowerSchool users network.
• SIGTE 2008 Book Discussion; Steering committee currently discussing book choices. Using NING as communication tool.
• World Englishes Project– Blended Learning Course about World Englishes in collaboration with Waseda University, Japan.
• Alabama Educator’s Network– For teachers living in Alabama (Please join if you live in AL.)
• MACUL Space – Michigan Association of Computer Users in Learning. Educators Pre-K to 20.
• Smallsteps – a class based network set up to support 14yr old design students with a design and make project centred around the topic of waste reduction.
• Schoolwork Together – Space for teens from Israel and Dutch school to meet and discuss ideas for a common project
• Gifted Education Ning space for parents and teachers started by Ginger Lewman to discuss gifted issues
• Fielfindr A portal to connect classrooms to the world: Global citizens can share talents and skills with students.
• AsiaTeach.ning.com – Teaching and Education in Asia: Communities of Hope – Asian Educators discover and discuss common and unique challenges and experiences in Asian teaching contexts.
• Comenius Programme Network A network for teachers accross Europe to seek support, share ideas and experiences to help ensure successful Projects

Steve invites people to add their own links to the wiki, so if you are using social networks for education, go ahead and add the resource (I know I have at least one I have to put on the list under Professional Development)

Peace (in networks),
Kevin