My personal learning networks keep changing depending on where I work, what I am doing and really how much time I have to juggle my life. A lot of networking happens for me as face to face talk and sharing. I find this invaluable because I like interaction. I was part of linkedin at one stage, blogs during my courses and a forum at the university where I last taught. Of course tapping into a wider international network has to have benefits but as I said I like to spend my time on a variety of things. I guess I've been 'immersed' in the world of teaching for a long time and sometimes want a break without consulting all the time! But that doesn't mean I don't look for opportunities to further my practice and understanding. Networks are essential for teachers but they can be accessed in many ways,all with terrific benefits.
