A10BrionnaLopez

A10BrionnaLopez

To-Do

The paper makes this claim: “Web 2.0 is creating a new kind of participatory medium that is ideal for supporting multiple modes of learning.” For purposes of this assignment, pick a mode of learning which you consider the most important and most exciting for YOU!

Which idea/claim discussed in the article did you find most interesting?

I found the e-Science and e-Humanities idea the most interesting. Or that the internet has provided a global platform.

With which idea/claim do you disagree the most?

I disagreed with the social learning online the most. Or that people on online communities, like Wikipedia, have very accurate information about the content provided that is widely available to users.

What learning style did you choose for purposes of this assignment?

e-Science and e-Humanities

What percentage of your overall educational experience is "Learning About"?

around 70- 80%

What are the strengths of "learning about" from your experience?

You get to obtain a solid foundation of knowledge that will further your ability to pick up the tactical skills needed later on.

What are the weaknesses of "learning about" from your experience?

You focus on technique and not on much application. You need a solid foundation of knowledge before you move on and you may learn unneeded information.

What percentage of your overall educational experience is "Learning to be"?

20-30%

What are the strengts of "learning to be" from your experience?

You get to learn techniques and knowledge that will aid in becoming a full participant in the field.

What are the weaknesses of "learning to be" from your experience?

You may focus on one area that you later never enter or you do not learn enough to be versatile.

Do you agree or disagree with the following claim: “everyone is interested in something and feels passionate about it.”

I agree with the claim.

Name something that YOU are personally interested in and feel passionate about.

I am personally interestd in health and motivation.

Is the following statement true for YOUR passion: “for any topic that a student is passionate about, there is likely to be an online niche community of practice of others who share that passion.”

I agree. There are online tools, books, and communities that deal with health and motivation.

If not: could it become a reality in the future?