Encountering E-Learning Education

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Over the last couple of days I have been reflecting on what determines the course of students’ learning. What are the many interconnecting factors which affect the success or extent of one’s discoveries, achievements or educational findings?  I was particularly challenged and enlightened by Krizzia and Shirley’s vodcast entitled “The Learning Journey”. They used four main images as metaphors for learning. The first was the image of a road. This was representative of how learning is a journey and a road to discovery. It is about discovering new places, people, experiences and spaces. They discussed how the road to discovery is not always smooth as it can involve obstacles as well as dead ends. The second illustrative metaphor was a suitcase. They conveyed how this suitcase holds your memories and knowledge, things you have found out for yourself and things you have been taught. The third metaphor was a compass which represented the guidance we seek on our journeys. This can be from teachers, friends and family. The final symbol for learning was light illustrated by a lighthouse. Krizzia and Shirley discussed how light is necessary in illuminating the direction and path to discovery. For students, the school can act as a lighthouse. It was interesting to observe the many interrelating factors which determine the path or course of learning. As Krizzia states:

“Learning is multi-facaded, it really can be everything and anything that you want to be–it’s up to the individual. I think that is what must be promoted in the primary classroom, as well as in high school and further education. Learning is an individual journey of discovery in which one is supported by so many people near and far. Today, technology has allowed students to link with other people on the other side of the world to also support them in their learning in so many ways. I believe it is true what they say, “you never stop learning”. It’s like a path which has no definite destination.”

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