A personal learning network (PLN) allows teachers to personalize their own learning and connect with others. A PLN can help teachers gather free classroom resources like websites, software, and lesson plans from experts. It also helps teachers learn new information by connecting with content area experts, and stay up-to-date on best practices, new technology, and education news. A PLN functions for teachers to take control of their own ongoing professional development.

1. PERSONAL LEARNING NETWORKS
(PLN)
PART I:
WHAT IS A PLN? WHY SHOULD I CARE?
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2. PLN: WHAT IS A PLN?
• PLN is either a Personal/Professional Learning Network
• Function of a PLN
o Allows teachers to personalize their own learning
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3. WHAT CAN TEACHERS USE PLN’S FOR?
• Gather resources for your classroom
• Locate free resources for your classroom
• Websites | Software | Grants
• Lesson plan ideas from master teachers
• Learn new information
• Connect with content-area experts
• Keep up-to-date and current
• Learn about new technology and how to integrate it into your teaching
• Find interesting links to education news
• What are the best practices for your classroom?
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