Click on MindMap for Larger View My network have changed the way I learn through enabling me to network with individuals who have more knowledge than I do on a particular topic or subject. I now rely on connected specialization and knowledge of others, through direct and indirect collaboration. I am able to reflect on other ideas and opinions. My network also function as a support community of faculty members who I work with and fellow Walden students I interface with on a regular bases. bases. Siemens (2006) states we forage for knowledge--we keep looking until we find people, tools, content, and processes that assist us in solving problems (p. 33). The communities I work with not only afford me the opportunities to learn from others, but to share my knowledge with others in a significant way.
With the use of technology, I find the Internet best facilitate learning for me. I am now able to blog and respond to fellow blogger. I also use the Internet for research and locating information on various subject and issues. When I have work related inquiry-based questions, I communicate through e-mail or sometimes twittering. When these questions are school related, I can e-mail or meet with the orange group in the chat room.
Siemens, G. (2006). Knowing knowledge. Retrieved from http://www.lulu.com/
The theory of connectivism enables all to maintain an organized network of accessible learning opportunities. The use of technology to connect sometimes leads people to socialize more than learn.I guess with that said an individual would have to draw the lines when it comes to using technology to network for fun and using the technology to collaborate on business or academic topics. According to Siemens, there seems to be an ongoing battle between the empowerment and the diffusion of the individual.
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Good post. Like your Mindmap and how you put it together. Connectivism have allowed us to do a lot networking, to access a lot of information and opportunities for learning. We are able to connect to all types of people and receive a lot of feedback.
ReplyDeleteI like how you point out that you are able to reflect on others opinions and seek advice from others. Connectivism has allowed us to open doors and connect with many others who we would not connect with ordinarily. It has also allowed us to open our minds.
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Regina