Share Paper: The Evolution of a Teacher Professional Learning Network for Digital Literacy

  1. Lei Nong, McGill University, Canada
  2. Alain Breuleux, McGill University, Canada
  3. Gyeong Mi Heo, McGill University, Canada
  4. Leah Dayan, McGill University, Canada
  5. Karen Rye, Riverside School Board, Canada
  6. Tina Morotti, Riverside School Board, Canada
  7. Lisa Rae-Nutter, Riverside School Board, Canada
  8. Sandra Fréchette , Riverside School Board, Canada
Tuesday, June 23 4:00-4:30 PM Salon B

Abstract: This case study describes the evolution of a teacher professional development project for digital literacy. The goal of this teacher professional development project is to support teachers’ effective use of technology and professional learning in an ICT-based learning environment by creating a professional learning network (PLN). The case suggests that the situated, collaborative learning environment of this PLN provided supportive affordance to improve teachers’ use of technology and professional learning. In addition, we highlight teachers’ voice as an important element to sustain the effectiveness of the PLN.