Language Sensei

A Language Teacher's Journey

March 19, 2015
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New to Twitter? – Tips on the Journey from Lurking to Listing to Chat…

I have seen a lot of new faces in the #langchat discussions lately and its a reminder that educators are continuing to discover the benefits of what a Twitter Personal Learning Network can be. Learning to manage your PLN, can … Continue reading

October 5, 2014
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Thoughts/Considerations On Starting a “Class” Twitter Account

Many teachers are making the foray into using social media with their students. I am at the point of ‘dipping’ my toe in. There’s a number of things I’ve learned, and found out, as I have started tweeting to students … Continue reading

January 1, 2014
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Language Sensei: Most Popular Posts of 2013

Language Sensei is a forum for me to explore both teaching an MFL (modern foreign language) and work to integrate/explore technology both in my classroom and for personal development. It has been my project for the past 2 (almost) years … Continue reading

November 19, 2013
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Leaving the Lurk Behind

In my last post I talked about joining Twitter and the inevitable question “what do I do next?” It’s natural to spend some time exploring Twitter and its usefulness as a Personal Learning Network (PLN). But there comes a time … Continue reading

November 12, 2013
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I Signed Up for Twitter…Now What?

Okay – so you listened to all those people who go on and on about their personal learning network (PLN) and signed up for Twitter. You still aren’t sure ‘this is for you’ and so there you sit – with … Continue reading

September 23, 2013
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“We Have Nothing to Fear (but Teachers on Twitter)”

Okay – I’m not political, and not really looking at my blog as a place to rant. I have used it to ‘wax poetical’ about the amazing things that happen on Twitter for teachers who actively use it. The PLN … Continue reading

August 27, 2013
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What Exactly Are They Reviewing?

There is a lot of talk in my professional circles at this time of year about ‘review’. With the two month holiday drawing down and the Sept.3 start of classes looming the question of whether to/how much to go over … Continue reading

August 20, 2013
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“Let Me Check My List” – A Tip To Manage Your PLN

One of the greatest boosts in my teaching career has been the development of my Twitter PLN/ALN (as per a previous post – mine isn’t just “Personal” it’s an “Active” Learning Network). It has been amazing for me to see … Continue reading

May 28, 2013
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It’s an “ALN” not a “PLN”….or it should be…

There’s a lot made about the Personal Learning Network (PLN) these days. I know it isn’t a new idea. For years teachers who wish it, have taken personal time and initiative to connect, learn and expand their professional skills. In … Continue reading

January 25, 2013
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From Lurking to Listing to Chat – The Twitter Journey

As I began to build my personal learning network (PLN) I didn’t know a hashtag from a MT. But I knew something exciting was happening for educators on Twitter. The road to a robust PLN begins with the signing up … Continue reading

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