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Day: February 10, 2017

I need to write notes when reading articles online. Next time I’m going to record my thoughts using my phone while I drive …can’t get used to Evernote…..🎤📱📓✏️ #mscedc http://ift.tt/2lrOpgi

I need to write notes when reading articles online. Next time I’m going to record my thoughts using my phone while I drive …can’t get used to Evernote…..🎤📱📓✏️ #mscedc http://ift.tt/2lrOpgi

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Now, despite reading the papers and ebooks on my computer I can’t seem to process my thoughts in the same way as good old paper and pen. My thoughts are bouncing between this block (Community Cultures) and the last block (Cyber Cultures). I, therefore, need to map out my thinking to make sense of it all before I blog. I also feel that the action of writing out my thoughts helps my memory and hopefully my recollection.

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I am new to the topic, therefore, I need social interaction

I am new to the topic, therefore, I need social interaction

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If doing an online learning course that doesn’t have any social interaction, individuals can thrive if there is fundamental knowledge of the subject. Subject based knowledge can be transferred to supplement and develop the online independent learning process. If individuals do not have the knowledge then they can struggle; they need others to bounce ideas and validate understanding.This is dependent on self efficacy, the learners confidence and need for reassurance. Learners on the beginning of their journey will learn better in social groups where they are challenged and can make mistakes or self correct through communicative networks.  The more mature learner with inquiry skills, self reflection, awareness of strengths and weaknesses will most probably work well through independent learning.

 

References:

Kim, P. (Ed.). (2014). Massive open online courses: The MOOC revolution. London, United Kingdom: Routledge.