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‘Learning is at once so simple it seems it should be easily explained
and so complex that it seems to defy explanation’
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• The study of how people learn
• Common learning theories are: Behaviourism, Cognitivism & Constructivism
Learning Theory
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ID Theory
• Instructional Design Theory is the study of how to best design instruction so that learning will take place
• Examples: ADDIE model, Gagne's events of instruction, Bloom’s taxonomy
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• One could say that instructional design theory draws from learning theories.
Making Connections
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What is Connectivism?
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Connectivism• A learning theory for the digital age
• Connecting specialized nodes or information sources. Knowledge can be stored outside of the brain.
• A learner’s network is invaluable
• This theory is promoted by George Siemens with the University of Manitoba
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‘The capacity to know more is more critical than what is currently
known. Knowing where to find information is more important than knowing information’
-George Siemens
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http://youtu.be/6EIaoDadotU
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Information Overload
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How will Connectivism influence Instructional
Design Theory?
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Challenges• Looking outside of the LMS (learning management system) and
aiding in the development of personal learning networks which promote full participation. MOOCs (massive open online couses)
• Using RRS (Really Simple Syndication) feeds to aggregate information such as blog entries, headlines, scholarly journals, audio, & video
• Incorporate social media to assist with connections | example collaborative tools, readers, twitter & hash tags use
• Demonstrating digital literacy & building authentic networks
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michelle.vanginneken@uregina.ca
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