In this era, education is no longer confined to face-to-face instruction. Increasingly, people are choosing to share knowledge and resources online. Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) enable teachers to impart experience and ideas to students via the internet, while students can independently absorb the essence of knowledge through online platforms. This open educational environment warrants exploration….

Social media has never been a private space; it is inherently public. It serves as a platform to present oneself to the world, and thus it is best to maintain professionalism. Critically examining one’s Personal Learning Network (PLN) is an essential step for professionals. Participating in public spaces benefits individuals, with one key advantage being…

Reflecting on my online habits before taking EDCI 338, I used to casually scroll through social media posts and videos without much thought. My understanding of Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) was minimal, let alone awareness of online inclusion and diversity. After these weeks of study, I’ve gained new insights into PLNs. I’ve started noticing diversity…

Visitor & Resident Map created by Baowen Liu By creating visitor and resident maps, I gained a clear understanding of my online distribution. First, in the professional section, I categorized Google and Zoom as visitors because I use Google for research and Zoom for classes. However, I rarely actively participate in these platforms—I mostly browse….

We are living in a digital age where social media has spread virally, regardless of who you are or where you live. In this broader context, reflecting on the meaning of social media and developing an understanding of digital identity has become especially important. First, the first question worth discussing is: what are social media…