Narratives of Hope in Times of Change

This book develops selected papers from the 14th International Networked Learning Conference (NLC) 2024 hosted by the University of Malta. It explores the evolving role of networked learning in fostering pedagogies of hope, addressing current challenges like AI in education while imagining new futures. Section 1, Imaginaries in Networked Learning, examines postdigital citizenship, waste stories, and decolonial approaches. Section 2, Crossing Contexts with Networked Learning, highlights how social media, situated readiness, and digital craftsmanship expand learning environments. Section 3, Using AI in Networked Learning, explores AI’s role in teaching from posthuman and multicultural leadership perspectives. Section 4, Experience and agency in Networked Learning, reflects on augmented reality and educators’ lived experiences during crises. The selected chapters were chosen as cutting-edge research on networked learning which reflected focal discussion points during the conference. This book will be of particular interest to educators and education researchers.