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Connectivism A Learning Theory: Arslan Hajymov 1904954

This document provides an overview of the connectivism learning theory, which suggests that learning occurs through making connections between ideas and information. The theory was developed in the early 2000s in response to technological advancements. Some key principles are that knowledge resides across connections, learning is a process of connecting specialized information sources, and the ability to see connections is a core skill. The document discusses how connectivism can be applied in classrooms through social media, gamification, and simulations. Advantages include collaboration and empowering students, while disadvantages include difficulty transitioning teacher roles and students learning at varying ability levels.

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Connectivism A Learning Theory: Arslan Hajymov 1904954

This document provides an overview of the connectivism learning theory, which suggests that learning occurs through making connections between ideas and information. The theory was developed in the early 2000s in response to technological advancements. Some key principles are that knowledge resides across connections, learning is a process of connecting specialized information sources, and the ability to see connections is a core skill. The document discusses how connectivism can be applied in classrooms through social media, gamification, and simulations. Advantages include collaboration and empowering students, while disadvantages include difficulty transitioning teacher roles and students learning at varying ability levels.

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Connectivism

A Learning Theory

Arslan Hajymov 1904954


Introduction

 A Learning Theory
for the Digital Age
History of Connectivism Learning Theory

Siemens’ article
Connectivism:
Learning as a
Network
Creation was
published online
in 2004 and
Downes’ article
An Introduction
to Connective
Knowledge was
published the
following year.
What is Connectivism

 Connectivism is a relatively new learning theory that


suggests students should combine thoughts, theories,
and general information in a useful manner. It
accepts that technology is a major part of the
learning process and that our constant connectedness
gives us opportunities to make choices about our
learning.
Main principles of connectivism are:

 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.
Connectivism in the Classroom

 Social media:
This can help boost class engagement and open the lines of
discussion among students and teachers.

 Gamification: Duolingo

 Simulations:
As an Example:a physics class where students create an electric
circuit with an online program. Instead of being instructed via a
book or classroom lecture, they’re learning about physics by
simulating an actual physical setup.
Advantages and Disadvantages

 It creates collaboration.
Within connectivism, learning occurs when peers are connected and
share opinions, viewpoints, and ideas through a collaborative process
 It empowers students and teachers.
Connectivism shifts the learning responsibilities from the teacher to
the student. It’s up to the learner to create their own learning
experience.
 It embraces diversity.
Connectivism supports individual perspectives and the diversity of
opinions, theoretically providing for no hierarchy in the value of
knowledge.
Cons

 Teachers may have difficulty transitioning to new


roles (leadership role to a partnership role)
 Students learn according to their ability level
instead of age-level(this might be seen as an
advantage in some respects.)

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