Connectivism



Connectivism



After reading Adesola's post on 'Connectivism' was extremely convenient for me this week as I was reading and making notes whilst in Singapore, proving how technology and connecting globally is such a great resource for teachers and learners. The MAPP course itself has so many students not in the UK which helps us gain international knowledge through all walks of life.

I personally am more of a visual learner so although the video's posted by Adesola of Steven Downes I didn't quite grasp his explanation so I researched further using connectivism to learn about connectivism. These videos below I felt explained it better for me.    









Thinking on Helen's conversation on how we use connectivism in dance I find that in my teaching YouTube is a great way of connecting through learning. Gathering new pieces of music, different techniques and moves to improve one's self. In class we film exercises so that the students can practise at home. The students then send these videos and chat to each other via a 'What's app' group. I am also in a 'Facebook' group with my older students where we share videos and share information about exams and upcoming masterclasses.
Helen's thoughts on improvisation is a great point as most students are fearful of this. I encourage the student to use connectivism to find pieces of music and bring that into class so we can dance to their favourite pieces of music. Use of space and connecting to the surroundings, the floor and the music.

On a personal note starting this blog has been a really fascinating journey of connectivism. I am continuously learning and enjoying reading all your posts and posting my own thoughts.


Comments

  1. Debbie28 February 2019 at 02:23

    Really enjoyed your blog Jade. How different teaching is now to when I first started! If you had told me 30 years ago that I would use screens and projections in my class when teaching I would have laughed you out the door! let alone phones for recording and computers?!!! However they have been a marvellous tool. I have to admit to being sceptical but on watching a programme about The Royal Ballet where the dancers were teaching themselves the Mirliton dance from The Nutcracker on a YouTube video I thought why not!! Hope you enjoyed Singapore

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  2. Jade Nunn28 February 2019 at 05:27

    Thanks Debbie, I also remember being the student rather than the teacher there was no phones I suppose we had them but not the technology. I remember specifically buying a dictaphone for college but now everything is just in one place. Even sheet music I now just sometimes read from my phone also. I read your blog just haven’t had the chance to comment yet I promise I will do over this week. X

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