Fitting the Pieces Together

Now that I have a deeper understanding of the different learning theories and learning styles, I would not say that point of view has changed but I would however say that I understand my learning style better. I understand how my learning style relates to how people learn. I understand what it means to learn better by doing something than simple reading or memorization. I know understand why I listen to the media before completing my readings. Based on having a better understanding I think that I will be able to become a better learner because I have began to apply some of the strategies given in order to make my learning more efficient. One of the things that I have made a point to always do going forward is to do a self check of my understanding of the information.


I think that I best relate to connectivism, adult learning and social learning. These are the theories that I feel best relate to me but I do think that there is a part of every theory that fits my learning. I have a network that I use in order to obtain and check my understanding of information. I also want to play and active role in the design of my education. I also have a great need for it to fit into my lifestyle instead of me conforming to it. All of these are things that I previously knew about myself but did not fully understand why it was the way it is. Learning about the different learning styles and theories has provided me with a much greater insight into the way I learn.

I think that technology plays a very important role in my learning. Everything that has to do with my learning is through the use of technology. As an online student the computer and the internet are a main piece of how I am able to learn. I use the computer and word processing software in order to write papers and record information. I also search for a lot of information using the internet. Most of the time when I want to know thing I head straight for Google and type in the question. I think I rely heavily on technology as a part of my learning.

Connectivism Reflection

My network has immensely changed the way in which I learn by providing me so many outlets and options by which to obtain information. As my network builds I feel as though I am able to seek and gain knowledge much more easily as it is readily available to me. I used to find it very difficult to research information. For example I would have to physically drive to a library look through book after book seeking the right set of information. Now with the internet and the Walden University online library I can do a simple search while sitting at home at my computer and find the information I am looking for. I think has promoted my desire to learn. Because I can now access what I need easier it gives me the desire to seek after more.


The digital tools I use are mainly the computer and the internet. There are many different websites that I frequent in search of information. I often use google when I have questions. Usually someone out there has had a similar question and I can find the information online. Another resource I have started using is the Walden University online library. Lastly, I ask people that I know questions when I have them. There are a lot of people that I have met over the years that are a good source of information in different situations because of their experience. I also tend to ask a lot of questions in general. I am usually the one asking questions when no one else is. I think am just naturally curious.

I think that my personal learning network does support the central tenets of connectivism. I often relate the many different things in my life that seem unrelated to see their relevance just as the chaos theory of connectivism. I also recognize the complexity of my learning. There are many different factors that can come into play at any given time which would change things for me. I think that I find connectivism to be very relevant to my learning style.

Connectivism