It was very interesting the last Youtube Clip that involved the pictures, and spoke about RSS, wikis and blogs. I love the idea that with this course of E-Learning, we will not only be a Learning Manager to the children, but also a Learning Architect, Network Sherpa, Modeler, Change Agent, and plenty more. I absolutely loved these terms on the video!! Siemens ideas are exceptional to our 21st century E-Learners, as they are able to construct their own knowledge with these Digital Technology based learnings, as well as getting ideas off of other children and other sources using popular technology, ie. iPods. (1)
Also, the idea of 'Mind Mapping' that Tony Buzan has written and created, is absolutely excellent. Reflecting what goes on in the mind in a visual, external way is a very creative and innovative way to come to new ideas and explorations. I will be definately be incorporating this into my classroom, because the children can feel more 'connected' to their own personal constructive and cognitive learning and an intriguing way of learning. (2)
In my classroom, I definately think I would teach my students to create a Blog, and show them other sources of information, rather than just a website or a text book. Most children these days have iPods, and I would show them specific applications to enter and research the topic themselves. I personally feel that some children respond really well to constructing and creating their own knowledge, as they aren't just being told facts, but exploring and discovering them for themselves in our 21st Century Digital Technology. (1)
References:
(1) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwM4ieFOotA&feature=player_embedded
(2) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlabrWv25qQ&feature=player_embedded
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