Refraining practice: creating social learning networks

摘要

Smarter, simpler, and social learning landscapes are achieving results in thernorganizational learning context that more expensive controlled learning systems have failed to deliver. By integrating social software, organizations can generaternpowerful learning networks which create a platform that extends from simple individual actions, to links that connect people for a common learning goal, to connecting learners with others beyond the boundaries of their current learning contexts.rnUpon closer examination, the early implementation strategies of e-Learning products in organizations focused on delivery, accessibility, and small chunks of learning available to learners anywhere, anytime. Huge investments in time and money were spent on intranets, online courses, learner management systems (LMS), and other enterprise software that was supposed to provide improved delivery and other workplace efficiencies. Yet there is little evidence to suggest these implementations have enhanced the learning experience and have been criticised for poor attention to pedagogical structure and lack of learner engagement.