PLN and Me
Always Stay Networking When it comes to working in libraries, one of the biggest things I always hear about is networking. Depending on what library you belong to, public, academic, specialty, and so on, there are always dedicated conferences that allow you to work on your networking skills. The connections you make at these conferences can greatly enhance your professional career and library growth. A Professional Learning Network (PLN) goes a step above the networking you experience at conferences. It extends to conferences, online groups, social media, your coworkers, and any other places/people who can advance your professional learning. According to Let's Grown Learners , when it comes to seeking out this kind of networking there are four major traits to find in your peer relationships. Encourager: This is someone you can rely on to give you words of encouragement and a pep talk when you need it. They help you to realize your value and importance. Challenger: This is someone w...