We can discern…a transformation of human personality in progress which is of evolutionary proportions, a shift of consciousness fully as epoch-making as the appearance of speech or of the tool making talents in our cultural repertory. ~Theodore Roszak
The more I become immersed in Web 2.0, the more convinced I become that we are on the front edge (or perhaps even in the midst) of a cultural revolution of mammoth proportions that will affect every corner of the globe…both in the educational realm and in the lives of individuals. As I expressed in my last post, it can be a little discouraging to try to move forward when so few people in your immediate world share the vision. That’s one of the wondrous benefits of the ability to be involved in a world-wide learning community like the K12 Online Conference. That conference with its live discussion components was an effective demonstration of the quote by Roszak. I believe that Roszak fears this cultural change, but as an educator, I can see how the ability to interact with anyone on the planet opens the door to unlimited potential for learning, creativity, and bridge-building. I was so encouraged by Wes Fryer’s comments about our presentation, Cultivating Digital Educators. It’s very affirming to know that your voice has been heard and validated! Thanks, Wes!
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You are most welcome, but the thanks really go to you– you shared the great preso, I just had the easy job of sharing some reflections!
It is amazing that we can now collaborate with anyone on the planet connected to the Internet, isn’t it?! Who would have imagined a day like today would dawn? I don’t know if teachers even a decade ago would have imagined it. I don’t know if most of the teachers in classrooms today realize this day is here!
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