This week, I watched the special address by the Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney. In this video, the Prime Minister argued that the world is in a āruptureā in the rules-based international order that once governed the way nations interacted with one another. Instead of waiting for the old world order to resume, nations (like Canada) should not only be who they are but also with many other nations who share values like human rights, sustainability, and sovereignty.
what resonated with me was the need for many voices and perspectives. National strategy for Canada; it was about recognizing the way nations and regions experience change differently, and the need for collective action to deal with issues.Ā
Dr. Shelley Moore video – “Inclusion Is Not Assimilation: Understanding Communities of Identity and Diversity”
Another video I Ā watched is the one presented by Shelley Moore, and this made me think more seriously about this issue of inclusion and identity in learning communities. What really made me think is when she emphasized the fact that inclusion is not all about forcing people to assimilate and conform to a particular identity, but it is about creating an environment where all these different identities coexist and are appreciated and not erased. It is not all about bringing all these different kinds of people into one space and calling it inclusion but creating an environment where all different kinds of people feel included without having to change who they are.
Barack Obama video – āObama addresses disinformation in speech at Stanfordā
In this video, Obama has discussed how social media and search engines have affected our communication with each other. He has stated that they have become the main source of news for most people. Due to this, it has become hard for us to differentiate between what is true and what is false. He has stated that technology companies have a responsibility to be transparent with what they are sharing with people. However, he has also stated that as individuals, we have a role to play as critical thinkers before sharing things online.
What are the benefits of a diverse and inclusive PLN in social media sharing that understands where you are coming from with messaging that impacts the community?
After reflecting on my personal experience with PLN, I have gained a better understanding of the importance of empathy and awareness in online communication. Being exposed to multiple different voices and perspectives has challenged me to think more about my own perspectives and how I communicate them to others. A diverse and inclusive PLN has allowed me to realize that effective communication is not just about sharing, but also about listening. This experience has also reiterated the significance of using social media responsibly and ethically, espeically in a professional setting. Social media can transcend mere surface-level communication and become a place for learning and inclusion if used with purpose.