Open University The Netherlands

Faculty Member, CELSTEC - Centre for Learning Sciences & Technologies

Prof. of Technology Enhanced Learning, programme director Learning Networks for professional development

CELSTEC

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The topic of the research programme I direct is Learning Networks. They are conceived of as online social networks that have been designed with the intent to blend non-formal learning and deliberate instruction in degrees that suit de learner's needs best. Learning Networks are designed. The could be built from scratch, could make use of a blend of existing social software tools only, or could be designed as a mix of both. Learning Network research focusses on learning, on professional development and innovation enhancement. Of particular interest are the social affordances and their technical implementation in services that make learning in Learning Networks effective, efficient, enjoyable and sustainable.

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