The Connected Student

Above is a concept map showcasing the various networks that I use regularly in my personal life. I believe that I am pretty savvy when it comes to technology, but I like to stick to a few main tools that I use for most of my online contributions. I was surprised that my concept map seems to think otherwise, as there is quite a few on the list! 

*Note: perhaps in comparison to my classmates' lists, this will be bare..

Here is a map of what I think today's connected student would look like. I created classroom/educational categories and personal categories. I also included a random category. The reason I did this was to show the many ways that we can integrate students' personal interests and classroom learning. By using networks that students are already familiar with, they will take the lead on using these tools. I believe that the more learning relates to a student's personal life, the more likely they are to be engaged and remember the information and process of learning. As teachers, this is our ultimate goal, right? To have students engaged in their learning and take that learning with them as they leave our classrooms. Why not give it a try?