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Stephen Downes  Understanding Learning Networks In todays society students are constantly being exposed to teachnology. It is then only sensible to introduce it into the classroom. In this reading Stephen Downes outlines his view that learning should incorporate web2.0 as it connects the learner to many resources. He believes that it provides a learning environment that allows users to move from being content consumers to being content creators. The reading also points out his belief that elearning should be incorporated into the classroom as it gives students different views of learning. As teachers we strive to encourage our students to become independent learners and take control of their learning. By doing this we are allowing students to explore their creativity. The reading emphasises that users especially teachers must rethink their use of technology in their teaching. In order for this to happen I believe that teachers must be given the opportunity and training to understand and gain confidence in the use of the net. As Stephen points out teachers need to use the tools that are available to them or they will be left behind.

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