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Theory of Connectivism

Connectivism is a learning theory that focuses on learning through forming connections. It posits that knowledge rests in diversity of opinions and learning occurs through connecting to information sources. The main principles are that learning involves connecting ideas, maintaining connections enables continual learning, and accurate knowledge is the goal of connectivist learning. Teachers can use digital tools to help students feel motivated by fostering connections and interactions.

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Theory of Connectivism

Connectivism is a learning theory that focuses on learning through forming connections. It posits that knowledge rests in diversity of opinions and learning occurs through connecting to information sources. The main principles are that learning involves connecting ideas, maintaining connections enables continual learning, and accurate knowledge is the goal of connectivist learning. Teachers can use digital tools to help students feel motivated by fostering connections and interactions.

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CONNECTIVISM

LEARNING
THEORY
CONNECTIVISM
LEARNING THEORY
1 ֎ Connectivism is one of the newest
educational learning theories. It focuses on
the idea that people learn and grow when
they form connections.
HISTORY OF LEARNING
THEORY

George Siemens

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Main Principles of
Connectivism

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Main Principles of Connectivism
● Learning and knowledge rests in the diversity of opinions.
● Learning is a process of connecting.
● Learning may reside in non-human appliances.
● Learning is more critical than knowing.
● Nurturing and maintaining connections are needed for continual learning.
● The ability to see connections between fields, ideas, and concepts is a core skill.
● Accurate, up-to-date knowledge is the aim of all connectivist learning.
● Decision-making is a learning process.

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Teachers
can use digital media to create
positive learning relationships.
They can help students feel more
motivated about learning by
fostering connections and
interactions with them and their
peers.
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Example

● Social Media
● Gamification
● Other Online Platform
(LinkedIn, Discord, etc.)

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ADVANTAGES OF
CONNECTIVISM
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