Connectivism. Connectivism. One Change a Day. Connectivism: A Learning Theory for the Digital Age. Connectivism: A Learning Theory for the Digital Age December 12, 2004 George Siemens Update (April 5, 2005): I've added a website to explore this concept at www.connectivism.ca Introduction Behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism are the three broad learning theories most often utilized in the creation of instructional environments. These theories, however, were developed in a time when learning was not impacted through technology. Learners as little as forty years ago would complete the required schooling and enter a career that would often last a lifetime. “One of the most persuasive factors is the shrinking half-life of knowledge. Some significant trends in learning: Many learners will move into a variety of different, possibly unrelated fields over the course of their lifetime.
Background Driscoll (2000, p14-17) explores some of the complexities of defining learning. Valid sources of knowledge - Do we gain knowledge through experiences? An Alternative Theory Connectivism Implications. 08_1409.doc. Konnektivismus | volkmarl.