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tinateacher1

Connectivism: A Learning Theory for the Digital Age - 10 views

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  • The “half-life
  • of knowledge” is the time span from when knowledge is gained to when it becomes
  • obsolete.
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  • Informal learning is a significant aspect of our learning experience
  • Learning is a continual process, lasting for a lifetime.
  • These theories do not address learning that occurs outside of people
  • Learning theories are concerned with the actual process of learning, not with the value
  • of what is being learned.
  • Including technology and connection making as learning activities begins to move learning theories into a digital age.
  • Connectivism is the integration of principles explored by chaos, network, and complexity and self-organization theories.
  • Connectivism is driven by the understanding that decisions are based on rapidly altering foundations
  • Nurturing and maintaining connections is needed to facilitate continual learning.
  • Knowledge that resides in a database needs to be connected with the right people in the right context in order to be classified as learning.
  • The starting point of connectivism is the individual.
  • Personal knowledge is comprised of a network, which feeds into organizations and institutions, which in turn feed back into the network, and then continue to provide learning to individual. This cycle of knowledge development (personal to network to organization) allows learners to remain current in their field through the connections they have formed.
  • Christina Moore on 11 Sep 12
     
    A cornerstone reference for any student of connectivism. George Siemens makes his case for a modern learning theory through the examination of the limitations of current learning theory within the digital age.
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  • Elizabeth Wood on 05 Jul 15
     
    This article, by George Siemens, describes the learning theory of Connectivism. The article begins by discussing the need for a new learning theory for the Digital Age. The author identifies some significant trends in learning and then analyzes the limitation of prior learning theories such as behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism. The principles of Connectivism are described and it's implications are discussed.
  • cbjohnsrud on 05 Jul 15
     
    I appreciated the perspective offered in this item. There seems to be serious discussion as to whether or not connectivism is theory in and of itself, or if it is a component of learning theories that are already well established. I loved the last line in which the author emphasized the ease of access we now have to information as a result of our connections. "When knowledge, however, is needed, but not known, the ability to plug into sources to meet the requirements becomes a vital skill. As knowledge continues to grow and evolve, access to what is needed is more important than what the learner currently possesses."
  • Christopher Higgins on 06 Jul 15
     
    This article does an exceptional job of explaining traditional learning theories limitations in the modern world and highlighting the current need to understand connectivism. The article is summed up by stating that it isn't what you know today but what you are able to learn to do tomorrow. I found this article very direct and effective in understanding the current state of what's needed in the educational environment to prepare students for the work force.
  • Kim Davis on 11 Jun 16
     
    This work looks at what Connectivism is, especially as an alternative to the learning theories of behavioralism, cognitivism, and constructivism. It holds that the advent and integration of technology has changed learning.
  • alannashaw on 29 Aug 16
     
    What is Connectivism? According to this article, it is a new learning theory that incorporates the constantly changing state of knowledge and the digital age. Technology is constantly updating, and they say your software is outdated within months of acquiring. According to this article, something similar can be said of knowledge acquisition. Because sources of information are changing and developing at a rapid rate, our knowledge gained has a half-life. One way to combat the "half-life of knowledge" is to stay connected (via the internet or other forms of digital networks), and view learning as a life-long process. In fact, most learning does not take place within a classroom; instead, it occurs in real-life, learner driven environments. Hence the rise of Connectivism as a viable (new) learning theory. People form connections. People use technology daily. Knowledge is constantly changing. Therefore, learning theory should also change and adapt.
  • Mary Carter on 30 Aug 16
     
    Written by George Siemens, this article outlines the necessity of a new learning theory that addresses the impact of the Web 2.0. By explaining behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism, Siemens provides the argument for connectivism in the digital world. The article is a starting point for anyone who needs a working definition of connectivism or wants to compare it to other prominent learning theories. He presents the idea that "the pipe is more important than the content within the pipe."
  • Buffy Naillon on 05 Sep 16
     
    What really struck me about this article was the idea that knowledge has a half-life. That is to say how long does it take before it's obsolete. According to this, knowledge now doubles every year and a half. The question becomes what do we do about that? I mentioned in the previous entry that our networks become our receptacles of knowledge. That's part of the solution that's introduced in more detail in this article. Below, you'll find a list of the principles of connectivism. It was a good refresher for me, so I included the definition plus the list: …Connectivism is driven by the understanding that decisions are based on rapidly altering foundations. New information is continually being acquired. The ability to draw distinctions between important and unimportant information is vital. The ability to recognize when new information alters the landscape based on decisions made yesterday is also critical. Principles of connectivism: ▪ Learning and knowledge rests in diversity of opinions. ▪ Learning is a process of connecting specialized nodes or information sources. ▪ Learning may reside in non-human appliances. ▪ Capacity to know more is more critical than what is currently known ▪ Nurturing and maintaining connections is needed to facilitate continual learning. ▪ Ability to see connections between fields, ideas, and concepts is a core skill. ▪ Currency (accurate, up-to-date knowledge) is the intent of all connectivist learning activities. ▪ Decision-making is itself a learning process. Choosing what to learn and the meaning of incoming information is seen through the lens of a shifting reality. While there is a right answer now, it may be wrong tomorrow due to alterations in the information climate affecting the decision.
  • Natalie Burr on 12 Jun 17
     
    An introduction to why behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism, though suitable theories for their time, are no longer suitable bases for learning and teaching.
  • bettywells on 03 Sep 17
     
    This article refers to behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism, but discusses how these learning theories do not apply to the world today. The authors talk about the "half life of knowledge" which means the span to when knowledge is gained and the amount of time it takes for that knowledge to become obsolete. In the digital age, new knowledge is doubling every ten years. This means the style of teaching must change to keep up.
  • tinateacher1 on 05 Sep 17
     
    This article deals with moving learning theories into the digital age. Tha author focuses on how the connectivism theory meets the needs of people living in the digital age. An interesting quote, "Half of what is known today was not known 10 years ago. The amount of knowledge in the world has doubled in the past 10 years and is doubling every 18 months."
msbianchi

George Siemens Gets Connected - The Chronicle of Higher Education - 0 views

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  • msbianchi on 30 Aug 17
     
    This article is part biography of George Siemens (one of the founders of the connectivist movement), part history of the connectivism movement and formation of MOOCs (Massive Open Online Course). The article is relevant to our EdTech 543 discussion because it gives an in depth look into the beginning of the connectivism in the classroom, as well as why Siemens is a proponent of the movement.
Mike Procyk

Connectivism: Creating a Learning Ecology in Distributed Environments - 0 views

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  • Mike Procyk on 24 Jun 13
     
    A George Siemens article discussing the need for educators to embrace the Connectivist approach.
  • annieyip on 26 Jun 13
     
    All of George Siemens articles have been so good. He really captures the essence of connectivism and why it is important in this day and age. There is so much information available on the internet nowadays and it is always changing. Creating a PLN helps filter all of it and lets us adapt it well into our teaching and learning.
kristiedtech

Groups and Networks - 1 views

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  • kristiedtech on 30 Aug 16
     
    Another great A/V resourse from George Siemens. I have really enjoyed the many resources he has publicly available from the courses that he teaches. This presentation focuses on the nature of groups and networks and how they differ. He stresses that we must not ignore human nature and the need that each of us has to be recognized individually. We cannot overlook humanity by loosing the self in the collective or community. In this presentation he discusses the self and its relationship and role in the network or community.
  • kristiedtech on 30 Aug 16
     
    P.S.- I found the information on slide 22 to be particularly interesting.
Jana Warner

Overview of Connectivism - 1 views

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yx5VHpaW8sQ A video of Dr. George Siemens. I forgot how much learning takes place biologically. Dr. Siemens talks about three different levels of connectivism. Dr. ...

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cassiefaught

Critical Review of Connectivism: A Learning Theory for the Digital Age - 4 views

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  • glorihinck on 04 Sep 13
     
    This post discusses George Siemens 2005 article Connectivism: A Learning Theory for the Digital Age and examines the limitations of this theory as well as its relevance to teaching and knowledge management practices. The relationship of connectivism to learning in a MOOC is described. It is suggested that widespread adoption of connectivism in formal learning will face resistance because of its stance that 1) the network is more important than content 2) knowledge is a process rather than an artifact 3) and knowledge can be retrieved rather than memorized.
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  • anonymous on 04 Sep 13
     
    I'm particularly fond of the idea that connectivism strives for currency of information, and that what is "right" today may not be "right" next week. Hence the need for access to, and participation in, a network of constantly updating information being contributed to by professionals and novices alike.
  • Forrest Doud on 07 Sep 13
     
    This is an analysis of connectivism that defines and outlines Siemens fundamental principles of the theory. It highlights how the amount of knowledge needed to be an expert today can't be self-contained within an individual but instead requires the use of networked technology to house it all. It also touches on newer exploration being done to further advance connectivism and the limitations or issues with the theory. The values of connectivism through practice in the classroom and knowledge management are also presented. It also points out some limitations with the theory that need to be addressed such as learner autonomy and balances of power in the network.
  • Ross Craycraft on 31 Aug 14
     
    This blog is maintained by Kevin Stranack, a librarian and educator at Simon Fraser University working on open source software projects. In this post on connectivism, Stranack furthers his understanding of the theory, examine its limitations, and considers its relevance to both classroom teaching as well as knowledge management practices within organizations.
  • Alissa Blackburn on 04 Sep 14
     
    Interesting, I continue to go back to an idea from an additional post on connectivism that points out our brains have been "re-wired" by the onset of technology. We learn differently than we once did because of the impact technology has had. This post confirms those same ideas.
  • lisanebe on 04 Sep 14
     
    This review had a slightly different tone than others that I have seen. It helped me to see the fundamental principals of connectivism and the focus on the "one". I also like how it described the development of the network from seeking, to sense-making, to sharing.
  • Megan Gooding on 06 Jul 15
     
    This blog post provides a critical review of the theory of connectivism. Stranack also discusses the application of the theory both in the classroom and within knowledge networks.
  • thwilliams on 02 Sep 15
     
    This post defines and explores the details of connectivism as a theory and then breaks down the application of connectivism in the classroom as well as in society. The author breaks down what a connectivist learning environment would look like and how learning would be impacted.
  • cassiefaught on 03 Sep 15
     
    This source is actually a summary/review of a different article, but it provides some good insight. The author argues that the explosion of technology and internet sources has changed the way that we acquire knowledge. Different pieces of information are accessible by tapping into different sources. The author also discusses how connectivity can be used in the classroom and how some people may resist the use of the connectivity theory.
  • Dalia Allencherry on 04 Sep 15
     
    I found it valuable to go through Siemen's fundamental principles of connectivism. Siemens considers connectivism as a significant departure from previous learning theories because connectivism includes learning occurring outside of the learner, within the network. I also found it valuable to go through the applications of connectivism in classroom and managing knowledge.
kimsmith876

Connectivism as a Learning Theory for the Digital Age - 3 views

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  • kimsmith876 on 21 Jun 14
     
    In this article, Duke, Harper, and Johnston extend the explanation of connectivism penned by George Siemens and Stephen Downes. Their argument states that connectivism, even though it is a critical tool that should be used in the learning process in order to bridge the gap that exists between behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism in the 21st century, it is not a learning theory that can stand on its own.
  • Katy Cooper on 22 Jun 14
     
    The section, "Why Connectivism is a new learning theory for a digital age," provided a great explanation of how learning has changed in the last several years, and therefor education as well. The explanation that, "concepts can be viewed much like a mind map... rather than as a linear progression of ideas" really stuck out to me. I tend to be a linear thinker and my school struggles with very traditional knowledge dissemination. Thinking about concepts in this way is giving me a better idea of Connectivism.
B Bernheim

Learning Chaos - George Siemens Stephen Downes Connectivism Mix - 1 views

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  • B Bernheim on 06 Sep 14
     
    This is a mix of Stephen Downes, George Siemens and others discussing Chaos and how it relates to our learning and Connectivism as whole. Downes mentioned that in the last decade he has posted over 16,000 posts on learning. That is a stunning chaotic number for me to try and filter. Siemens uses working on a automobile engine and have bolts left over. Downes mentions that if a butterfly flaps it's wings in Central America it causes a thunderstorm in Central Park. This cause and effect on our inter-connected universe gives me pause to think about my own information filtering and what I try to absorb.
Christina Moore

A challenge to connectivism - 2 views

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  • Christina Moore on 11 Sep 12
     
    Invited by Siemens, Kerr offers a challenge to the theory of connectivism.
  • Levi Fletcher on 16 Sep 14
     
    Interesting read. Admittedly, the dine differences between learning theories is a bit beyond me, but if Siemens thought it was important that people heard the counter view then it must be substantive. While some of the comments by Kerr don't seem to necessarily counter Siemens' views, they certainly do add to the conversation.
Melodie Worthington

Connectivism: Connecting with George Siemens - 0 views

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  • Katelyn Conner on 08 Sep 13
     
    This is a short little slide share on the basics of connectivism learning theory as proposed by George Siemens. It's very basic and straight forward. I like the metaphor used for learning. I also like the images of the different social networks on the first slide.
  • Melodie Worthington on 30 Jun 15
     
    A slide show production on connectivism, including definitions and comparisons/contrasts with constructivism.
Melodie Worthington

Connectivism: A Digital Social Learning Theory - 8 views

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  • Forrest Doud on 07 Sep 13
     
    This article looks at connectivism as "the embodiment of social learning theory in the digital age." It breaks down questions posed by Seimens in terms of how technology and networks connect with learning theories as well as how these translate into the principles of his theory. The values of connectivism as presented by Downes are also highlighted. Specifically it offered a good rationale for why behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism have limitations in the digital age which give rise to the need for researching connectivism.
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  • Jodi Stevens on 08 Sep 13
     
    favorite quote, "It is important, though, to recognize that technological age has changed the face of learning so significantly that new approaches should be considered and studied."
  • Nona Barker on 09 Sep 13
     
    Jodi, I too selected a quote when I was reading this article ... I didn't see your post because I went right to the article! My favourite quote is different though: "Downes (2007) states that 'to teach is to model and demonstrate, to learn is to practice and reflect' (p. 1) as a summation of connectivism." Another thing I appreciate about this article is how concisely it incorporates Downes and Siemens ideas about Connectivism. It boils everything down into a simple "this is how it is" approach. Nice, quick read!
  • Christina Modrell on 09 Sep 13
     
    I liked reading Siemens principles of connectivism. They give great meaning to using connectivism in teaching. I think that the teacher must be able to explain the process before they can put into affect.
  • Melodie Worthington on 03 Jul 15
     
    A good description of how connectivism is a social learning theory for the digital age. An interesting quote about other learning theories: "While these theories are essential to learning in many environments, a new dimension of principles must be developed when learning moves into informal, networked and technological enabled areas."
  • Elizabeth Wood on 05 Jul 15
     
    Melodie, this is a nice and concise article about connectivism. The author does a good job of explaining Downes and Siemens work in a clear but not overly wordy way, especially with the bulleted lists.
  • caaskin on 06 Jul 15
     
    This article provides a succinct overview of connectivism. I particularly like how the author concludes with the point that all social learning starts with the individual and then branches out from there to networks and organizations before returning new knowledge to the individual.
  • Cassie Davenport on 06 Jul 15
     
    Melodie, thank you for sharing this resource. I appreciate the article as it defines connectivism. Yet the authors are careful to point out that the theory is still developing and needs more research. It is healthy to learn that while the digital age is new so are those researching and exploring the informal learning groups that surround it theories. I appreciate the concise explanations and bulleted lists as well.
Amanda Hatherly

Ann Ferren Conference -George Siemens Lecture on Connectivism and Personal Learning - 1 views

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  • Amanda Hatherly on 02 Sep 14
     
    This is a podcast of a lecture that George Siemens gave at the Ann Ferren conference. He talks about connectivism, learner self-organization in online courses and social networks he has been involved with as well as his efforts to connect open free personal learning networks of our social lives with a more rigorous university setting.
mike pennella

George Siemens conference presentation on connectivism - 1 views

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  • mike pennella on 24 Jun 14
     
    As is the case with many academic theroists, I admit that I find Siemens (the co-ideological leader of the connectivist movement) much more engaging to listen to than to try read. I didn't think I would stay with this for the full hour, but I did. I love the citation of the TS Eliot quote "Hell is a place where nothing connects" and its discussion here relative to the cognitive overload that many modern day learners are experiencing (i.e., too many resources, too difficult to assess what is worthy and what is crap). Highly recommended.
Terrence Shaneyfelt

Connectivism: Learning as Network-Creation - 1 views

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  • Cheronne Edwards on 05 Sep 14
     
    An explanation of a the basic components of a network - nodes and connections and how the relate to learning. The article explain how connections can grow stronger or lose relevance over time.
  • Kjersti Withers on 14 Jun 16
     
    In this article, Siemens explains connectivism. He begins by explaining how networks are formed. The vocabulary is technical and suggests non-human networks. Factors that strengthen connections are motivation, emotions, exposure, patterning, logic, and experience. Learning is often synergistic as the network forms, but for learning to occur, a new connection must be encultured and connected to the entire network.
  • Terrence Shaneyfelt on 29 Aug 16
     
    Networked learning is a subset of connectivism. This background article by George Siemens describes how networks are actually formed. He also discusses 8 attributes of networked learning.
kpeila

Connectivism: How to better understand learning in the digital age - Blog Post - 4 views

This blog post, written by Urbano Reviglio, provides a nice overview of connectivism and how it relates to learning in today's world. His summary of Siemens' original work on connectivism is incred...

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nstringham

Connectivism and Blogging - Digital Innovation and Knowledge Networks - 0 views

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  • Siemens (2005) argues that knowledge exists outside of the learner in technologies that store and organize information.
  • learner makes connections between concepts, opinions and perspectives accessed through their personal learning network, knowledge emerges and learning occurs
  • A personal learning network comprises connections between nodes which are information sources stored in a variety of formats, including individuals, groups, communities, ideas, systems and resources
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      PLN definition
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  • In connectivism, exploring, discovering and aggregating existing knowledge is more important that inventing new knowledge
  • The learner needs to filter and validate the knowledge by considering the connections through which it was transmitted
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      nstringham on 10 Jun 18
       
      This is a major aspect of online learning that I have noticed many of my students lack: validating the source of the information. They have a tendency to take all information at face value without questioning the source.
  • nstringham on 10 Jun 18
     
    This blog summarizes why Siemens felt the need for a new learning theory and what connectivism consists of. I like how this post highlights that today there should be more of a focus on finding and putting together existing knowledge in new ways, rather than trying to find or invent new knowledge.
camille_rrt

Connectivism by Siemens - 4 views

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  • camille_rrt on 11 Jun 18
     
    This poster presents the important scaffolding of the connectivist theory
  • cooperjrn on 11 Jun 18
     
    My biggest a-ha moment from this article is the importance of seeing connections between fields, ideas, and concepts. Too often we work in silos and don't look around to see what other people are doing, even in our own organizations.
cooperjrn

George Siemens - Connectivism: Socializing Open Learning - YouTube - 1 views

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  • cooperjrn on 11 Jun 18
     
    George Siemens discusses connectivism and the importance that it will play in the future of education. He says that connections are more important than networks. He calls for a restructuring of the education system away from organized courses into open courses where learners explore and adapt connections to suit their own purposes.
  • carissakane on 12 Jun 18
     
    I've seen this video previously and thought that Siemens has a great way of articulating what he's thinking and explaining connectivism. He has also done a Ted Talk that is engaging as well.
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Theories of Learning - YouTube - 1 views

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  • michellehughes11 on 05 Jun 17
     
    Siemens explains how technology has changed the definition of knowledge and how that relates to Connectivism. The emphasis of his video is the change in learning from the individual to the network. He explains that the connection to learning is more important than the actual learning because technology continues to change knowledge; therefore, Connectivism focuses on continual learning rather than the immediate consumption of knowledge.
  • Allison Hall on 06 Jun 17
     
    Thanks for sharing this resource! It is very insightful coming from Siemens. There is good emphasis on the continuous nature of learning.
  • Ariana Pyburn on 08 Jun 17
     
    This was linked via one of the sites I posted about and I'm glad to see it posted. Always interesting to hear the theory come from the creator itself- I feel like even with EdTech, we don't often get our foundational information directly from the source.
kcastello

TEDxNYED - George Siemens - 03/06/10 - 1 views

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  • kcastello on 06 Jun 17
     
    In this TEDx talk by George Siemens he discusses connections. He begins to discuss this through his own personal background. He pushes inherently through his talk for a change in education. He pushes that the importance of education is connectedness and implies that education currently is inhibiting this connectedness. He says that many platforms for students to be connected are often locked down which I can also say I have found to be true. He parts the talk that he believes the primary task of education is connectedness and that we need to collapse education down to this to cause our students to become better members of society.
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  • michellehughes11 on 07 Jun 17
     
    Thanks! @kcastello Siemens has such a cool perspective on connectedness and such an amazing way of explaining his ideas. My favorite is his comment: "Education is not about creating better Googlers."
  • kimsjohnson on 10 Jun 17
     
    Great resource! I like his comment that transparency makes us all instructors and the concept of bringing it all down to connections and connectedness.
  • jershua1 on 11 Jun 17
     
    I think Tim said it best up there... it's best to get information from a key contributor to connectivism. We cannot expect our students not to connect. We are lucky to be where we are in education right now.
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