Chapter 7: Knowing, Making, and Playing
Quote: As time progresses so does learning. Therefore, “the old culture of learning is no longer suited for a world of constant change.” As things change around us so do we. We adopt to new technologies and incorporate them in our lives. The way we collect, share, and communicate learning has develop into an efficient way of learning.
Question: A group of students were ask to “find Iraq” using Google maps. These students were able to find Iraq, and it seems that they had experience using Google maps. I wonder what type of criteria was used for the selection of these students. Were all of these students from similar backgrounds? I wonder if they had the same or differing resources available outside the classroom.
Connection: We have heard that one learns best through hands-on activities. I would have to agree with that idea because I have recently accumulated a great deal of knowledge through this program. I learned to create a screencast, build a blog, and develop a variety of new skills. Making, creating, or building adds meaning to our learning.
Epiphany: Play takes individuals to areas of interests where one may succeed, experiment, try, fail, or struggle. As a leader and educator, I welcome challenges and tasks that I have never being exposed to previously. I’ve acquired skills that I had never had, and I share these skills with those who may be interested in learning about certain tasks and challenges.
Quote: As time progresses so does learning. Therefore, “the old culture of learning is no longer suited for a world of constant change.” As things change around us so do we. We adopt to new technologies and incorporate them in our lives. The way we collect, share, and communicate learning has develop into an efficient way of learning.
Question: A group of students were ask to “find Iraq” using Google maps. These students were able to find Iraq, and it seems that they had experience using Google maps. I wonder what type of criteria was used for the selection of these students. Were all of these students from similar backgrounds? I wonder if they had the same or differing resources available outside the classroom.
Connection: We have heard that one learns best through hands-on activities. I would have to agree with that idea because I have recently accumulated a great deal of knowledge through this program. I learned to create a screencast, build a blog, and develop a variety of new skills. Making, creating, or building adds meaning to our learning.
Epiphany: Play takes individuals to areas of interests where one may succeed, experiment, try, fail, or struggle. As a leader and educator, I welcome challenges and tasks that I have never being exposed to previously. I’ve acquired skills that I had never had, and I share these skills with those who may be interested in learning about certain tasks and challenges.
Chapter 8: Hanging Out, Messing Around, and Geeking Out
Quote: With the expansion and popularity of social media, individuals used it as a place for “hanging out, messing around, and geeking out.” Individuals enhance their learning by communicating in a public real-world arena that provides opportunity to gather/share information and interact with others.
Question: I would think that the typology practices would not only consists of questions about exploring, but creating. Why is it that individuals would not be able to develop an idea when being apart of new media?
Connection: As I introduce myself to learning communities that I was initially afraid to join, I have realized that I am at a stage of “geeking-out.” I am beginning to use new available resources in social and technical ways. I am exploring Google+ Communities and Twitter to share and collaborate with others.
Epiphany: To gain or enhance learning we need to exposed ourselves to new frontiers. We can begin by “messing around” with what we are exploring. Leaders lead, and they do it by experimenting with and incorporating new ideas to which others may not yet have been exposed. They tend to move from the stage of experience to the stage of embodiment.
Quote: With the expansion and popularity of social media, individuals used it as a place for “hanging out, messing around, and geeking out.” Individuals enhance their learning by communicating in a public real-world arena that provides opportunity to gather/share information and interact with others.
Question: I would think that the typology practices would not only consists of questions about exploring, but creating. Why is it that individuals would not be able to develop an idea when being apart of new media?
Connection: As I introduce myself to learning communities that I was initially afraid to join, I have realized that I am at a stage of “geeking-out.” I am beginning to use new available resources in social and technical ways. I am exploring Google+ Communities and Twitter to share and collaborate with others.
Epiphany: To gain or enhance learning we need to exposed ourselves to new frontiers. We can begin by “messing around” with what we are exploring. Leaders lead, and they do it by experimenting with and incorporating new ideas to which others may not yet have been exposed. They tend to move from the stage of experience to the stage of embodiment.
Chapter 9:The New Culture of Learning for a World of Constant Change
Quote: The new culture of learning is “constantly changing” where individuals collaborate in a massive community that leads to innovators and leaders. New learning is taking place all around us. Learning is taking place not just in person, but online via synchronized and unsynchronized communities.
Question: Based on my understanding of World of Warcraft, members need to constantly learn about new challenges and quests. What tools do guild masters use to have their members learn about challenges and quests?
Connection: World of Warcraft brings individuals from different backgrounds together who share a common ground. They work towards completing a task in groups of 10 or 25. They all learn from others. In our cohort, we all learn from each other by sharing weekly posts and providing feedback to posts. We have created a community of learning by staying active in our blogs, Google+ Community, Twitter, and sharing our learning with each other.
Epiphany: One who leads or wishes to lead seeks out new learning to improve skills in the latest technologies of the area of interest. Educators must keep an open mind in order to recognize new tools that can be applied to learning. Gaming might be an excellent tool for learning if used appropriately.
Reference
Thomas, D., & Brown, J. (2011). A new culture of learning : Cultivating the imagination for a world of constant change. Lexington: CreateSpace?
Quote: The new culture of learning is “constantly changing” where individuals collaborate in a massive community that leads to innovators and leaders. New learning is taking place all around us. Learning is taking place not just in person, but online via synchronized and unsynchronized communities.
Question: Based on my understanding of World of Warcraft, members need to constantly learn about new challenges and quests. What tools do guild masters use to have their members learn about challenges and quests?
Connection: World of Warcraft brings individuals from different backgrounds together who share a common ground. They work towards completing a task in groups of 10 or 25. They all learn from others. In our cohort, we all learn from each other by sharing weekly posts and providing feedback to posts. We have created a community of learning by staying active in our blogs, Google+ Community, Twitter, and sharing our learning with each other.
Epiphany: One who leads or wishes to lead seeks out new learning to improve skills in the latest technologies of the area of interest. Educators must keep an open mind in order to recognize new tools that can be applied to learning. Gaming might be an excellent tool for learning if used appropriately.
Reference
Thomas, D., & Brown, J. (2011). A new culture of learning : Cultivating the imagination for a world of constant change. Lexington: CreateSpace?