This post offers a clear and engaging look at how Instagram and TikTok can be used meaningfully within a Personal Learning Network (PLN). What stood out to me right away was how specific and practical your examples were, especially the classroom management strategies and PE game ideas. I could really see how this kind of bite-sized content is useful not only during practicum placements but also as a tool to spark creativity in real time. The “refocus and celebration board” idea feels like something I’d actually want to try in a learning space.
Your integration of Shelley Moore’s work and UDL principles made the post even more impactful. The quote you shared, “Inclusion means teaching to the diversity in our classrooms, not trying to eliminate it”, was a powerful reminder of what inclusive education should really look like. I appreciated how you tied this philosophy back into your own digital learning habits by seeking out creators who present content in visually diverse and culturally responsive ways.
I also liked how you positioned yourself not just as a learner in your PLN, but as a contributor, through commenting, posting, and blogging. That active engagement really reflects the core purpose of PLNs as spaces for ongoing collaboration and reflection.
One thing I wonder is if you could expand slightly more on how you choose who to follow on platforms like TikTok or Instagram. With so much content out there, it would be interesting to hear what signals or strategies help you identify content that’s both high-quality and inclusive.
Overall, this post feels personal, well-organized, and thoughtfully aligned with the values of UDL and inclusive education. It’s a great example of how social media can be used intentionally to shape both teaching practice and professional growth.