GEN2243 Exploring Your Digital Portfolio: Abby Cabreza

In chapter five, it briefly talks about weblogs- also and shortly known as blogs. Blogs are the first thing I picture in my head when I think of online learning communities. I think it is because I find it the most efficient way to write about and keep track of your research. Blogs are used for several different reasons such as entertainment (pictures and videos), therapy (venting and ranting), and more. They can be designed in countless ways, but are essentially set up as posts with dates and times stamped on them. They are beneficial because not only can you write or read them, but others can post comments and give their feedback. That is how conversations are started and experiences are shared. This can probably work out in my goal occupation as an occupational therapist because I can learn different ways to treat patients or even talk to patients about exercises and more. "Your ideas and experiences with learning, leading, and teaching may significantly contribute to a m...

  A small section of chapter two explains that having a common language is important. "Many of the words and expressions used to describe learning in connected, open spaces are overused, used incorrectly, or used interchangeably," is the first line on page 29. The writings and teachings will never be able to reach  the students if they aren't on the same page. In other words, the teachers and students will have to break the language barrier. Just like I have mentioned before, dance was a big part of becoming who I am now. The language barrier was still an obstacle to overcome. Recently, I watched a video of two people from two different countries trying to choreograph a dance despite not being able to speak the same language. It's a good watch if you have the time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O19HV8Yspr0 It's normal to encounter these things no matter what field you are in. I once worked at a physical therapy clinic and there have been many instances wh...