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document.write( "            <a href=\"http://kwhobbes.wordpress.com/2008/02/19/functioning-in-a-state-of-overload/\" class=\"article\" title=\"External link to article\">Functioning in a state of overload</a>" );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> ... am also concerned with the &quot;echo&quot; factor ... though not too successful & quite difficult do tend to subscribe to any site with radically different views (especially in education) ... always looking for the surprise factor ... also choose a book to read every week for &quot;deep&quot; reading ... this week The Shock Doctrine - Naomi Klein ..." );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"author-alias\">(kwhobbes February 19, 2008):</span>" );
document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> The “echo” factor is something which we need to keep in mind. You’re right about looking for those who speak from a different perspective and reading them so that we don’t get lost in our own echo. However, as an administrator, I find that working with the teachers in the building, observing them, discussing different things with them keeps me grounded. By visiting classrooms and being with students on a daily basis I hope I have an idea of what the pressures are for them and the teachers. It’s much larger than the narrow scope of learning and technology. Much, much larger!My book this week, The Secret Things of God - Dr. Henry Cloud coupled with my ongoing reading of Terry Goodkind - Sword of Truth novels - Soul of the Fire." );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"author-alias\">(kwhobbes February 7, 2008):</span>" );
document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> So many things to digest and think about. First of all, thanks to everyone who commented and who took time to read the post. I was going with the flow at the time.eye - I think you might have a point about the network growing as people get use to this form of collaboration and communication. However, I think we’ll miss out on a whole lot of “wisdom” if many of the current teachers can’t be led to participate which would be a huge shame. Kate - growing our PLN is one of the greatest things about being able to network. I’ll definitely add my own name to the PLN wiki.Raymon - it’s been a long time since I even looked at my about page - didn’t even think about the name not being there so I’ve added it and provided a picture for all who like that sort of thing. Clay - will be looking for someone to match with you for the basketball. You walk the talk - you deliver and that’s why you’re one person I look to when it comes to a reality check - am I on track? Being part of your network is so great for me. Thanks man!Diane - being a presence is what all of us want - to develop that level where people are communicating with us and exchanging ideas. This wasn’t about becoming a presence but more about the fact that if we want people to be part of the networks, then we really need to reach out to them and help them along. Introduce them to different blogs of people who are doing what they do day-2-day. That is where we’ll see growth, I think.Linda - what can I say. I’ll be following you, as all the rest who leave a comment. I will be looking, commenting and showing others your blog as an example of someone who is doing what is necessary, and right, in a swiftly changing world. Keep Strong Linda!Scott - you are so correct about the big fish/little fish thing. I’m not saying that we all need or want to be big fish. I don’t have the time to do more than what I’m doing without some shift in things. As you mention, Clay and Scott McLeod are great examples of people who walk the talk and do spread it around. That’s, I guess, what I wanted to point out. We need to look for others. Some people carry the message but it will be the ones doing it every day that live the message. They are the ones that, like you and me, are looking to build their networks and just because it took us 2 years or 2 months, should there not be some learning from that lesson to help those just beginning so that they don’t get discouraged and stop like some that I know have done. murcha - you are so lucky. It is great to be able to have someone help you along, introducing you and giving you some advice on what you are doing and opening up the possibilities for you. Thanks for the comment!Building a network takes time and dedication like a friendship. As Scott pointed out, people begin to search you out and do become disappointed if you don’t continue. I like being able to meet new people and get to know them through their writing and their work. As our networks grow, we’ll hopefully see our PLN meshing with our blogging, meshing with our other networks. Who knows, maybe we’ll soon see a FB network for educators!" );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> .. thanks for the reply & adding name ... years back i was asked by my educational institution department head to remove a blog simply because it was an open, unauthorized site ... have never let it prevent me from using technology but am very cautious ... students have shared with me how to unblock myspace & facebook at school ... they will use networks ... i will use networks but always looking behind the screen so to speak ..." );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> [...] idea of what a network does and can do for us will continue to evolve and change. In my previous post, I stated that we needed to help those who were entering this edusphere become acquainted with what [...]" );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> Q, my theme didn’t display that page for some reason so I’ve revamped things a bit and the About page is back." );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"author-alias\">(Chas):</span>" );
document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> Hearts out to you, but can you take steps away and look at the bigger picture, here? Like, some day you\'ll be exactly where she is now, and how will you feel? Your Ma\'s afraid, and she\'s doing what most people do when afraid in this society --venting out on you.<br><br>Imagine yourself in her place, ..." );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"author-alias\">(raymon):</span>" );
document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> Please take are of your self. An enormouse act of love you are giving. Hope you find help, nearby support and receive some love. Cry and do what you do best - write. Write about the experience - the writing helps others to understand." );
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document.write( "                <span class=\"comment\"> Thanks raymon. If nothing else writing helps me understand. I\'ll keep trying. :)" );
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