21CLHK - Alec Couros - Keynote: Finding Humanity in the Age of Social Networks
Social media is often dismissed as a distraction, or even associated with narcissism and blamed for disconnecting us. Yet our students spend a great deal of time in these spaces, so it’s critical that we understand the complex world of social networks rather than writing it off as a useless distraction. This session will outline some of the ways that our world has been changed by the explosion of digital culture. As well, participants will gain an understanding of the tremendous possibilities for collaboration, connection, kindness, and sharing that social networks can provide, so that they can better leverage technology integration in meaningful and transformative ways. Website: http://www.21clhk.org/ Website: http://www.21c-learning.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/21CLInternational Twitter: https://twitter.com/21cli 21st Century Learning International (21CLI)
Social media is often dismissed as a distraction, or even associated with narcissism and blamed for disconnecting us. Yet our students spend a great deal of time in these spaces, so it’s critical that we understand the complex world of social networks rather than writing it off as a useless distraction. This session will outline some of the ways that our world has been changed by the explosion of digital culture. As well, participants will gain an understanding of the tremendous possibilities for collaboration, connection, kindness, and sharing that social networks can provide, so that they can better leverage technology integration in meaningful and transformative ways. Website: http://www.21clhk.org/ Website: http://www.21c-learning.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/21CLInternational Twitter: https://twitter.com/21cli 21st Century Learning International (21CLI)