Peer Learning and The Beauty of Simplicity Simon Tepper

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• Peer Learning andThe Beauty of
  SimplicitySimon Tepper
• Northport Consulting

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Overview

• Peer learning networks and technologies
• Defining the issue
• The spread of technology
• Uses and abuses
• A real world solution

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Defining the Issue

• How many peer networks do you belong to?
• How do you communicate with each other?
• What do you want to use these networks for?

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The spread of technology

• Data re use of technology
• Social class
• Age
• Gender
• Place of access
• Impact on productivity
• Source MORI, ONS Dec. 05
• What do you use to access peer knowledge?

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Social Class
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Age
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Gender
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Place of access
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Impact on productivity
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Uses and abuses

• What can you do with available technologies?
• What features, benefits and qualities would you
  prioritise?
• What are the problems? What robs the network of
  value?

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What can you do with available technologies?

• Mail to individuals/some/all
• Post questions, respond, comment
• Store and share documents online
• Discuss online (realtime, asynchronous)
• Build communities of interest
• Look for like-minded souls, check profiles
• Search for information, ideas, etc.

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Typical problems

• Complexity v Simplicity
• Speed (lack of .) v Speed
• Cost v Value for money
• Technology-driven v User-driven
• Lack of integration v Integration
• Feast or famine v Moderation of
  content Anonymity

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By way of illustration
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editas a real world solution

• In use with
• guidance workers
• adult education providers
• professional development network
• business support networks

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Key benefits

• Integration with everyday practice
• Optional anonymity
• Moderation
• Ease of use

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Any questions?