So far in class, we have explored and discussed two key topics. The idea of re-imagining instruction and connectivism. Below of the discussions I posted.
Re-imagining Instruction
These resources re-imagine instruction as an entirely different approach then that of the traditional methods of teaching and the act of digitizing our current practices. The video expresses how an educator needs to move from focusing on students in a classroom as a whole to focusing on individual students through personalized learning. Technology is a huge component of this reinvention and refocus as it has the capability to create and cater an individualized lesson plan to a particular student that meets their growth pattern as well as their needs. This re-imagining of instruction also gives power to the students to take control over the knowledge, skills, and attitude they are gaining through their education in a safe and facilitated environment.
Connectivism
Connectivism is a theory of learning developed by George Siemens involving a style of learning that is not completely under the control of the individual, but rather embraces learning through “chaos, network, and complexity and self-organization theories” (5). The idea of connectivism revolves around the notion that new information is continually being developed and therefore the learner is constantly able to acquire and connect with knowledge residing in networking databases. Although the starting point of connectivism begins with the individuals personal knowledge, through the use of networking databases, one is able to extract knowledge and amplify their learning as well as contribute, connect, and assist with the learning of others. The article also discusses how connectivism is not just a theory about the impact of learning, but also has the potential to impact: management and leadership; media, news, information; design of learning environments; and, personal knowledge management (6).
Up next will be the future of technology!
Re-imagining Instruction
These resources re-imagine instruction as an entirely different approach then that of the traditional methods of teaching and the act of digitizing our current practices. The video expresses how an educator needs to move from focusing on students in a classroom as a whole to focusing on individual students through personalized learning. Technology is a huge component of this reinvention and refocus as it has the capability to create and cater an individualized lesson plan to a particular student that meets their growth pattern as well as their needs. This re-imagining of instruction also gives power to the students to take control over the knowledge, skills, and attitude they are gaining through their education in a safe and facilitated environment.
Connectivism
Connectivism is a theory of learning developed by George Siemens involving a style of learning that is not completely under the control of the individual, but rather embraces learning through “chaos, network, and complexity and self-organization theories” (5). The idea of connectivism revolves around the notion that new information is continually being developed and therefore the learner is constantly able to acquire and connect with knowledge residing in networking databases. Although the starting point of connectivism begins with the individuals personal knowledge, through the use of networking databases, one is able to extract knowledge and amplify their learning as well as contribute, connect, and assist with the learning of others. The article also discusses how connectivism is not just a theory about the impact of learning, but also has the potential to impact: management and leadership; media, news, information; design of learning environments; and, personal knowledge management (6).
Up next will be the future of technology!