This document discusses the impact of social media and online connections on learning. It argues that social media allows learning to occur outside the traditional boundaries of time and place through open sharing and feedback. However, some argue that this type of open learning lacks structure and academic rigor. The document advocates for using social media to openly share one's learning, engage in professional development with other educators, and focus on learning missions rather than strict curriculum. Overall, it presents social media as expanding opportunities for learning beyond the classroom.