Teaching Moves Beyond the ClassroomSomewhat surprisingly, and despite huge advances in technology and communications, very little has changed in the way we teach – either in formal educational settings or in the world of work. Whereas the ways we learn and access knowledge in our day-to-day lives are almost entirely informal, the vast majority of teaching is still done in classrooms and lecture halls. We learn through examples, trial and error and discussing ideas – with everyone acquiring knowledge at their own pace and in formats that suit them. We teach through one-size-fits-all curriculum and 60 minute classes where sharing is akin to cheating.The good news is that this is starting to change – albeit slowly – as educators and trainers are increasingly experimenting with new technologies.Making Use of Social Media ToolsSocial media would appear to lend itself neatly to education – social learning if you will. From YouTube videos … Continue reading →