“While technology—the technical architecture—can assist greatly in providing a platform for communication and collaboration, even more important is the social architecture of the community. The technical architecture supports the community of practice, while the social architecture enlivens it.” – Etienne Wenger
Encouraging Participation
Shared interests and practices are not enough. A community of practice needs a participatory culture to thrive. Creating a learning culture that engages and challenges learners requires:
- Community building
- Understanding how adults learn
- Designing for online participation
- Ongoing communication