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Understanding personal learning networks: Their structure, content and the networking skills needed to optimally use them

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: Networking is a key skill in professional careers, supporting the individual’s growth and learning. However, little is known about how professionals intentionally manage the connections in their personal networks and which factors influence their decisions in connecting with others for the purpose of learning. In this article, we present a model of personal professional networking for creating a personal learning network, based on an investigation through a literature study, semi-structured interviews and a survey.

Source: First Monday

DOI: 10.5210/fm.v17i1.3559

Authors: Kamakshi Rajagopal, Desirée Joosten-ten Brinke, Jan Van Bruggen, Peter B. Sloep

Institution: Open University of the Netherlands

Language: English

Topic: Innovative Education and Learning Practices

Subfield: Human Factors and Ergonomics

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: European Commission