Consider how you can use the PLN interactions of this course to further your digital identity post-term.

I really enjoyed working with my classmates on the various platforms we have used this semester. By writing these blog posts, I have been reminded of how much I like to write, especially in a more casual context like a blog versus an essay. I think going forward I am going to continue writing opinion pieces, even if they are only for myself. In high school I used to write for our school newspaper, so I might look for student writing opportunities in my future endeavours.

What does it mean to have a digital identity in your industry of choice and can your current PLN be used to help professional development post-course?

As I head into law school post-graduation and eventually start my career as a lawyer, it will be important that my digital identity is professional. I will take care to ensure my personal social media platforms are private. I will want to make sure that my digital identity is an accurate and positive reflection of my “personal, academic, and professional life” (Oliveira and Morgado, 2014). PLNs will be useful to connect with other law students and young lawyers and receive mentorship and advice. In the past, I used my PLN to study for the LSAT. Further, I know students who have received legal placements and articling jobs by networking online.

Additionally, as you progress through the steps of your career, can your PLN be relied on to open professional opportunities?

Most definitely. It is hard for me to say which field of law I would like to pursue, but the digital skills that we have developed in EDCI 338 will aid me in my career path. While I mostly rely on LinkedIn for my professional PLN, I have thought of making a more professional Twitter handle for networking purposes. I also know students who make Instagram accounts dedicated to networking and career-building purposes. I also think it would be fun to make daily routine TikToks when in school.