Why would I want to be more connected?

Why be more connected? • Learn from others• Share with others• Listen to others• Participate• Engage others

Why be more connected? • Build relationships • Create and contribute• Relate to new and traditional audiences

• Stay current• Relieve overload

Why be more connected? • Because what we do is about the

people, the connections, and the learning.

• And being more connected lets us do more!

How can I become more connected?•Build a personal learning network•Examine podcasts•Be aware and safe•Use social media•Filter and manage information

•Connect internally using eXtension tools•Engage in the classroom with clickers•Collaborate and share