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[Kate Buffham @katebuffham]

What are the benefits of virtual reality in education? “Virtual learning simulations are practical and economical, and can supplement or be an alternative to real-life skills training” https://t.co/dLtUoHIl1R #Comm140V

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#Comm140V https://t.co/9cf9emp2PP
Although, 43 minutes long, an insightful documentary into the benefits of video games and what they have to offer. A great piece for those, who are uneasy about students engaging in online video games, purely for entertainment purposes.

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#Comm140V https://t.co/lIV4cr1GdB
Highlights the benefits of virtual reality from an educational perspective. A revolutionary method of pedagogy; adapting these methods could be beneficial for academic, social and behavioural outcomes.

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#Comm140V Issues surrounding identity management: An umbrella term for digital citizenship. From a national & legal perspective, ensuring that we have control of our privacy are and protected from identity theft is essential. Also, awareness of who can access our info.

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#Comm140V https://t.co/FH8Ry34Sf2
This piece identifies and evaluates factors that influence ethical behaviours of online websites and networks using the Theory of Planned Based Behaviour (PTB). Their results highlighted a link between ethical predictors and behavioural outcome.

[Nathan Borg @NathanBorgACU]

Can you convince a diverse group of educators that online games are fun, but there are so many more benefits too?

Quick fun YouTube video in response to this, clearly highlights the benefits of curriculum based video games

https://t.co/cgSYPeobts

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#Comm140V Picture paint 1000 words: I believe pictures are subjective. They can be portrayed and interpreted in thousands of ways. The visual elements and principles within a picture create a composition that influences our interpretations of the picture/ painting.

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#Comm140V PLN's are multi-faceted networks that equip life-long learners to flourish. They are a place of commonality for others to exchange, share, collaborate and connect ideas for greater learning.

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#Comm140V Digital Footprint
The impressions made from our digital footprint determine our reputability. https://t.co/bjobUcn1yI
Also, we lack consideration when signing up to websites terms and conditions and what they track/transfer for their 'websites improvements'.

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#Comm140V To live without technology seems incomprehensible in the 21st century, especially during this pandemic. This video from 2010, although can not be considered generically demonstrates a glimpse of life without technology. https://t.co/c8Y5pb7SRq

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#Comm140V To be a reflective practitioner demonstrates initiative and proactive learning. It signifies knowledgeability and recognition of adjustments needed to assist students. Further highlights that making a mistake is all part of the learning process which we experience.

[Nathan Borg @NathanBorgACU]

Really good article that discusses the difficulties of implementing games in a higher education setting as well as resources needed to make specially tailored games for all courses.
https://t.co/c4U3vNG6Zz
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#Comm140V Technology communicates data and information that we believe to be trustworthy and reliable. So, when communicating with others about something we saw or read, how do we know what we are saying is actually correct? https://t.co/BhQtdGS4Pk

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#Comm140V Games are fun, but is there more to them?
Games echo benefits within a school environment; promoting collaboration, peer inclusivity and approaches to teaching more complex topics.
This piece provides theoretical perspectives on games benefits
https://t.co/OJ0nZUvraZ

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#Comm140V In an everchanging world, this piece further indicates the "efficiency" of the process will ultimately guide the success of the product.
https://t.co/kdcjrLt3nb

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#Comm140V reattempt: Is the final product more important that the design process and production process? Think of a math's equation, of course obtaining the final product is a sign of success, but as teachers we are interested in the processes that got them to the answer.

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#Comm140V This reading gives insight into what teaching could look like predominantly in the future with the use of a "blended" approach.

https://t.co/wwY5rujaMs

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#Comm140V To tweet or not to tweet?
To utilise personal learning networks in a primary school setting facilitates an environment where students and teachers can interact, communicate and learn together. However, it is essential to incorporate a balance with face to face learning