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.