Learning Theory Reflection

Now that you have a deeper understanding of the different learning theories and learning styles, how has your view on how you learn changed?

At first glance, it was a little difficult identifying with some of the learning theories. In week one of this assignment, I felt overwhelmed and to be honest, confused. I have never really took the time to become familiar with the different learning theories until now. At week seven, I have a much better understanding of the theories and how that have shaped my learning. My view on learning has changed because I can now see that I have went through varies learning theories and styles.

What have you learned about the various learning styles over the past few weeks that can further explain your own personal learning preference?

Over the past week I've learn that I have been a constructionist in my learning style for most of my life. I have been one of those individuals who looks for additional help from online blogs, chat rooms, and online reference resources to gather a bit more of knowledgeable guidance.  I feel the use of online resources will provide me a great tool to gather further assistance about a challenging topic or activity. Lately, I believed my learning theory or learning style has changed to adult learning. With the stress of everyday life, the ability to self-direct and pace my learning is importance.

What role does technology play in your learning?

Technology has played a major role in my learning. I use technology not only in my classroom with my students but also in my learning.  I use video tutorial to get a better understanding of a lot of software programs. I also love using my iPad for reading and virtually everything else.

I have also used technology to teach my students. I have created narrated video with iMovie and narrated PowerPoint presentation. I have used blog and classroom websites for announcement and discussions.  

Connectivism and Personal Learning Network Reflection

Learning independently has not always been my strong point. But as the years have gone by it has become an essential element in my daily living. I always had the knack of reading directions or instruction or always wanted to look something up for better understanding. Today’s networks have made it easy for to find the information I need. Information today is right at my fingertip. There are no time boundaries on learning. Information is assessable 24/7.

Online course has afforded me an awesome opportunity for learning. I value the flexibility and independence to learning at my own pace. Participating in course online gives me the ability to work full-time and be a wife and mom. I am allow to have a life and at the same time earn my degree and certification. Lynda and other video tutorials are also a help.

My knowledge based information is gained in a variety of ways. Depending on the information I am trying to gain. In the past I have used podcast, video tutorial, blogs, classmates and colleagues to help gain knowledge. Sometimes it may have to be by trial and error or experience.

I think I am gaining great skills and knowledge from my personal learning network (PLN). I have benefited from my PLN tremendous ways. Up until this point I would not have known to call the resources I learn from a PLN. I was not familiar with the learning theory connectivism. If anything I have expand my knowledge of PLN.

Social Networking Sites and Personal Network