Open learner – Open Networked Learning

Topic 4 – Designing Engaging Online and Blended Learning Experiences

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Rodrigo Ferreira

As I embark on this new leg of my educational journey, the spotlight shifts from my role as a learner to that of an educator—designing, shaping, and sculpting the learning experiences of tomorrow. The landscape of Learning Design is vast and ever-evolving, encompassing a myriad of approaches—from Active Learning and Community of Inquiry to Problem-Based […]

Topic 4 GenAI in Education: Friend or Foe? Balancing Benefits and Risks

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Vesna Bulatović

Generative AI is revolutionizing the field of education. Its potential to change the way students learn, teachers teach, and educational content is created is truly remarkable. Studies have shown that generative AI can effectively adapt to each student’s individual strengths, weaknesses, and learning pace, leading to personalized learning experiences. This individualized approach helps to increase learner engagement, […]

Topic 3 – Weaving Connections in Networked Communities

Posted on April 23, 2024 by Rodrigo Ferreira

In the vast expanse of online learning, where pixels replace paper and digital connections transcend geographical boundaries, I find myself immersed in a vibrant tapestry of collaborative exploration. It’s a journey that transcends solitary pursuits, inviting me to weave connections and co-create knowledge within networked communities. As I navigate this digital landscape, I am struck […]

Opening the mind…

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Alexandra Doroftei

Being aware that the way we think is rooted in our life experiences and education is very important in breaking the rigidity of thinking and being open to listening and integrating other perspectives. Then, knowledge can happen. One of my personal development goals is to try to identify and understand why people see the same […]

Topic 3: Learning in communities or who is on board?

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Dragana Vukovic Vojnovic

Photo by Peter Scholten on Unsplash Our ONL journey has started with the FISh document, which inspired me thinking of the experience as a sea journey – which actually is my favourite environment. So, let me continue with my cruise excursion which has suddenly grown into a two-months long voyage across the world. If we […]

Empowering Collaborative Learning: Strategies and Reflections for Building Strong Learning Communities

Posted on April 19, 2024 by Verica Aleksic Sabo

The scenario presented in Topic 3 highlights a common challenge in collaborative learning – students often view collaboration as a means to divide tasks rather than a valuable opportunity to develop collaborative skills and engage in social learning. This mindset… Continue Reading →

Reflections on Collaborative Learning about Collaborative Learning

Posted on April 15, 2024 by Maria João Almeida

Introduction Collaborative learning has always been a topic of interest to me, despite having yet to learn much about it. It had more to do with what I was trying to achieve regarding students learning about research and acquiring the skills that proved too challenging to grasp. Having gone through an education system mainly based […]

Hello world!

Posted on April 15, 2024 by Saad Abdullah

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The Power (and Challenges) of Collaborative Learning

Posted on April 9, 2024 by Vesna Bulatović

Collaborative learning is seen as a valuable approach that promotes critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the development of 21st-century skills such as communication, teamwork, and adaptability. As a university teacher for more than twenty years, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible benefits of collaborative learning. It’s not always easy to implement, but when done right, it […]

Learning a new tool together

Posted on April 8, 2024 by Andrea Korens

I’m embedding the template I’m using to teach FigJam to my PBL group, mainly so I can test functionality and watch how it changes as we play with it. FigJam is very new to me as well, but I find it to be a fun tool so far, Miro-esque with more options for play andContinue reading “Learning a new tool together”

In the Open wide space…

Posted on April 4, 2024 by Alexandra Doroftei

As visitors or residents (White & Le Cornu, 2011), every day, we are faced with an immense open space of information through internet access. There are numerous opportunities to access resources to learn about something of interest. The challenge is to select trustworthy content from the available options. Of course, each one interests depend on […]

REFLECTION – TOPIC 2

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Dragana Vukovic Vojnovic

OPENNESS and SUPPORT The second lap of our ONL journey has got us thinking more about what it means to be open, and whether we can really keep our private and professional lives separate. In my fantastic PBL group Take V, I think we have managed to establish an atmosphere of trust so that […]