![]() As I am diving deeper into my Network Learning Project I have learned that... I was right. Before I started this journey I had reservations about making fondant from scratch. I knew it would not be easy. One obstacle in particular has been finding the kitchen supplies needed. I have solved this by borrowing a sifter and a double boiler from a friend. I am also substituting a cake- smoother with a wooden ruler. I have spent lots of time searching supermarkets for ingredients and researching tricks and tips to make fondant. I have learned that twitter is a great resource for images and completed fondant. Although, it does not help me with the process. Below I have included a short screencast of Amy Locurto's Blog, How To Make Fondant and how it has been helpful for me! Supermarket Finds: 1. Unflavored Gelatin 2. Glycerin 3. White Corn Syrup The following images used are from the author: I have never used the above ingredients before. Once I finally did locate them I made sure to snag them off of the shelves. I love to cook, but it was a challenge when looking for the key ingredients for fondant. Turns out I even had to travel to the pharmaceutical section of the store to find glycerin. I have also realized that the internet is FILLED with an abundance of good and bad resources. It is easy to obtain access to all kinds of online learning. According to a 2018 article from Paul Gee, the internet can be filled with misinformation but it is also can provide powerful learning opportunities that are rarely seen inside your average schools. I have found this to be true during my time learning how to make fondant. Check out my blog below & see where my Network Learning Plan started! References:
Gee, J. P. (2018). Affinity spaces: How young people live and learn online and out of school Retrieved from http://www.kappanonline.org/gee-affinity-spaces-young-people-live-learn-online-school/ Locurto, Food Network Channel, How To Make Fondant, Retrieved from https://www.livinglocurto.com/how-to-make-fondant-cakes/
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