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Ubiquitous Learning - Spatio-Temporal Dimensions of Learning
Ubiquitous Learning—so that learning extends beyond the walls of the classroom and the cells of the timetable. Learning that breaks out of these spatial and temporal confinements, should be as good as, or even better than, the best traditional classroom learning. It should also produce habits of mind appropriate to our times, producing lifelong learners, able to learn and to share knowledge throughout their lives, in all contexts, and grounded in those contexts.
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Comment: Make a comment below this update about the ways in which ubiquitous learning technologies can change the nature of learning. Respond to others' comments with @name.
Post an Update: Make an update introducing a ubiquitous learning concept on the community page (not your personal page - because only peers will see that!). Define the concept and provide at least one example of the concept in practice. Be sure to add links or other references, and images or other media to illustrate your point. If possible, select a concept that nobody has addressed yet so we get a well-balanced view of ubiquitous learning. Also, comment on at least three or four updates by other participants. Ubiquitous learning concepts might include:
- Ubiquitous computing
- Cloud computing
- Web 2.0
- The flipped classroom
- Blended learning
- Over-the-shoulder learning
- Virtual schools
- The internet of things
- Mobile learning
- Social media learning
- Networked learning
- Informal learning
- Lifelong and lifewide learning
- Work and community-based learning
- Learning management systems
- ePortfolios
- Collaborative workspaces
- MOOCs
- Suggest a ubiquitous learning concept in need of definition!
MOOC حول Ecologies التعلم الإلكتروني:
ما هو MOOC Ecologies للتعلم الإلكتروني؟
MOOC Ecologies للتعلم الإلكتروني هو دورة مجانية عبر الإنترنت مفتوحة للجميع تهدف إلى استكشاف مفاهيم جديدة حول التعلم الإلكتروني في عصر رقمي. تم تصميم الدورة من قبل البروفيسورين ماري كالانتزيس و ويليام كوب من جامعة إلينوي في إيربانا شامبين.
ما هي المواضيع التي يتم تناولها في الدورة؟
تتناول الدورة ثمانية مواضيع رئيسية:
مفهوم التعلم:
ما هو التعلم؟
كيف يتعلم الناس؟
ما هي العوامل التي تؤثر على التعلم؟
الأبعاد المكانية والزمانية للتعلم (التعلم في كل مكان):
كيف يمكن للتقنيات الرقمية أن تدعم التعلم في أي وقت وفي أي مكان؟
ما هي التحديات والفرص المرتبطة بالتعلم في كل مكان؟
الأبعاد المعرفية للتعلم (صنع المعرفة النشط):
كيف يمكن للطلاب أن يصبحوا منتجي المعرفة النشطين؟
ما هي الأدوات والتقنيات التي يمكن أن تدعم صنع المعرفة النشط؟
الأبعاد الخطابية للتعلم (معنى متعدد الوسائط):
كيف يستخدم الناس الخطاب لمعرفة العالم؟
كيف يمكن للتقنيات الرقمية أن تدعم التعلم متعدد الوسائط؟
الأبعاد التقييمية للتعلم (التغذية الراجعة المتكررة):
ما هي أنواع التغذية الراجعة المختلفة؟
كيف يمكن استخدام التغذية الراجعة المتكررة لتحسين التعلم؟
الأبعاد الاجتماعية للتعلم (الذكاء التعاوني):
كيف يتعلم الناس مع الآخرين؟
ما هي الأدوات والتقنيات التي يمكن أن تدعم التعلم التعاوني؟
الأبعاد المعرفية للتعلم (التفكير الفوقي):
ما هو التفكير الفوقي؟
كيف يمكن للطلاب تطوير مهارات التفكير الفوقي؟
الأبعاد المتنوعة للتعلم (التعلم المتباين):
ما هو التعلم المتباين؟
كيف يمكن تصميم بيئات التعلم لتلبية احتياجات جميع المتعلمين؟
ما هي فوائد المشاركة في MOOC Ecologies للتعلم الإلكتروني؟
تعلم مفاهيم جديدة حول التعلم الإلكتروني في عصر رقمي: ستقدم لك الدورة نظرة ثاقبة على أحدث الأبحاث والنظريات في مجال التعلم الإلكتروني.
تطوير مهاراتك في التصميم التعليمي: ستتعلم كيفية تصميم وتنفيذ بيئات تعليمية رقمية فعالة.
الشبكة مع المتعلمين الآخرين من جميع أنحاء العالم: ستتاح لك الفرصة للتواصل مع متعلمين آخرين مهتمين بالتعلم الإلكتروني.
MOOC حول Ecologies التعلم الإلكتروني:
ما هو MOOC Ecologies للتعلم الإلكتروني؟
MOOC Ecologies للتعلم الإلكتروني هو دورة مجانية عبر الإنترنت مفتوحة للجميع تهدف إلى استكشاف مفاهيم جديدة حول التعلم الإلكتروني في عصر رقمي. تم تصميم الدورة من قبل البروفيسورين ماري كالانتزيس و ويليام كوب من جامعة إلينوي في إيربانا شامبين.
ما هي المواضيع التي يتم تناولها في الدورة؟
تتناول الدورة ثمانية مواضيع رئيسية:
مفهوم التعلم:
ما هو التعلم؟
كيف يتعلم الناس؟
ما هي العوامل التي تؤثر على التعلم؟
الأبعاد المكانية والزمانية للتعلم (التعلم في كل مكان):
كيف يمكن للتقنيات الرقمية أن تدعم التعلم في أي وقت وفي أي مكان؟
ما هي التحديات والفرص المرتبطة بالتعلم في كل مكان؟
الأبعاد المعرفية للتعلم (صنع المعرفة النشط):
كيف يمكن للطلاب أن يصبحوا منتجي المعرفة النشطين؟
ما هي الأدوات والتقنيات التي يمكن أن تدعم صنع المعرفة النشط؟
الأبعاد الخطابية للتعلم (معنى متعدد الوسائط):
كيف يستخدم الناس الخطاب لمعرفة العالم؟
كيف يمكن للتقنيات الرقمية أن تدعم التعلم متعدد الوسائط؟
الأبعاد التقييمية للتعلم (التغذية الراجعة المتكررة):
ما هي أنواع التغذية الراجعة المختلفة؟
كيف يمكن استخدام التغذية الراجعة المتكررة لتحسين التعلم؟
الأبعاد الاجتماعية للتعلم (الذكاء التعاوني):
كيف يتعلم الناس مع الآخرين؟
ما هي الأدوات والتقنيات التي يمكن أن تدعم التعلم التعاوني؟
الأبعاد المعرفية للتعلم (التفكير الفوقي):
ما هو التفكير الفوقي؟
كيف يمكن للطلاب تطوير مهارات التفكير الفوقي؟
الأبعاد المتنوعة للتعلم (التعلم المتباين):
ما هو التعلم المتباين؟
كيف يمكن تصميم بيئات التعلم لتلبية احتياجات جميع المتعلمين؟
ما هي فوائد المشاركة في MOOC Ecologies للتعلم الإلكتروني؟
تعلم مفاهيم جديدة حول التعلم الإلكتروني في عصر رقمي: ستقدم لك الدورة نظرة ثاقبة على أحدث الأبحاث والنظريات في مجال التعلم الإلكتروني.
تطوير مهاراتك في التصميم التعليمي: ستتعلم كيفية تصميم وتنفيذ بيئات تعليمية رقمية فعالة.
الشبكة مع المتعلمين الآخرين من جميع أنحاء العالم: ستتاح لك الفرصة للتواصل مع متعلمين آخرين مهتمين بالتعلم الإلكتروني.
ntroduction to Lifelong and Lifewide Learning
Lifelong and lifewide learning acknowledges that learning occurs continuously throughout a person’s life and across various dimensions of their existence — including formal education, work, hobbies, and social interactions. This approach to learning emphasizes the importance of acquiring new skills and knowledge in a wide array of contexts and stages of life, supporting personal development, employability, and fulfillment.
Example in Practice
One vivid example of this concept in action is through professional development platforms like LinkedIn Learning or Coursera itself. These platforms offer access to courses and tutorials in diverse fields — from technology and business to creative arts — allowing individuals to expand their skill set, pursue new interests, or advance their careers at their convenience. This accessibility supports the idea that learning can and should happen continuously, adapting to each individual’s life and career trajectory.
Visuals and Media
To illustrate this point, consider embedding links to infographics that highlight the benefits of lifelong learning or videos that showcase personal stories of how continuous learning has impacted individuals’ careers and personal growth. For example, Coursera offers stories of learners who have transformed their lives through learning on their platform, which could serve as powerful testimonials to the impact of lifelong and lifewide learning.
Engagement with Other Participants
When commenting on other participants’ updates, look for connections between their chosen ubiquitous learning concepts and lifelong and lifewide learning. For instance, you might explore how mobile learning facilitates learning at any stage of life or discuss how learning management systems can support a learner’s journey across different life and career stages.
Conclusion
Lifelong and lifewide learning represents a comprehensive approach to education that is increasingly necessary in our modern, information-rich world. It challenges the traditional boundaries of education, encouraging an ongoing, integrated process of learning that spans the entirety of life’s experiences.
By embracing this concept, individuals can remain adaptable, curious, and engaged with the world around them, continually developing skills and knowledge that enrich their personal and professional lives.
This concept underscores the importance of platforms like Coursera and MOOCs in democratizing access to education and supporting individuals in their lifelong and lifewide learning journeys.
For further exploration, you might direct readers to resources such as The Lifelong Learning Council Queensland which provides further insights into the lifelong and lifewide learning paradigm, or to the European Lifelong Learning Platform for a European perspective on the topic.
Remember, your contribution to the discussion should foster a reflective and informative dialogue among participants, encouraging them to consider how ubiquitous learning concepts like lifelong and lifewide learning play a crucial role in their own educational journeys.
Certainly! Let's delve into the fascinating world of **ubiquitous learning** and explore a concept that deserves more attention: **Over-the-Shoulder Learning**.
## Over-the-Shoulder Learning: A Closer Look
**Over-the-Shoulder Learning** is a powerful educational approach that capitalizes on the ubiquity of technology and the seamless integration of learning into everyday life. Imagine a scenario where learning isn't confined to formal classrooms or structured courses but occurs organically as we go about our daily activities. Here's what you need to know:
1. **Definition**:
- Over-the-Shoulder Learning refers to the process of acquiring knowledge, skills, and insights by observing others in their natural context. It's like peeking over someone's shoulder as they work, collaborate, or solve problems.
- This concept emphasizes learning through real-world experiences, mentorship, and informal interactions rather than relying solely on textbooks or lectures.
2. **How It Works**:
- Over-the-Shoulder Learning thrives in our digitally connected world. Think of it as a learning ecosystem where learners engage with experts, peers, and resources seamlessly.
- It involves shadowing someone—an expert, a colleague, or even a friend—as they perform tasks, make decisions, or engage in problem-solving.
- Learners gain insights, strategies, and tacit knowledge by observing and reflecting on these experiences.
3. **Examples in Practice**:
- **Coding and Programming**: Novice programmers can learn by observing experienced developers as they write code, debug, and optimize algorithms. Platforms like GitHub provide an excellent space for over-the-shoulder learning.
- **Design Thinking**: Budding designers can shadow seasoned UX/UI designers during user research, wireframing, and prototyping sessions. Witnessing the design process firsthand enhances their skills.
- **Entrepreneurship**: Aspiring entrepreneurs can learn from successful business owners by observing how they negotiate deals, manage teams, and adapt to market changes.
- **Healthcare**: Medical students benefit from observing doctors during patient consultations, surgeries, and clinical rounds. The nuances of patient care and decision-making become evident through this approach.
4. **Why It Matters**:
- Over-the-Shoulder Learning fosters a deeper understanding of context, problem-solving strategies, and decision-making processes.
- It bridges the gap between theory and practice, making learning more relevant and applicable.
- It encourages lifelong learning by integrating education seamlessly into daily life.
5. **References**:
- ¹ [Ubiquitous Learning: What Every Education Organization Needs To Know](https://elearningindustry.com/ubiquitous-learning-every-education-organization-needs-know)
- ² [Characteristics of Ubiquitous Learning](https://youaremom.com/children/what-should-you-know/tips-for-raising-your-child/ubiquitous-learning/)
## Join the Conversation!
I've created a new thread titled Exploring Over-the-Shoulder Learning in the Coursera Discussions area. Let's discuss and share our insights. Feel free to comment, ask questions, or share your own experiences!
[**Join the Discussion**](https://www.coursera.org/discussions/elearning/over-the-shoulder-learning)
Remember, learning is all around us—sometimes, it's just a glance away! ����
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**Peer Reviews:**
1. I've commented on **@Learner123's** update about blended learning, highlighting the synergy between blended approaches and over-the-shoulder learning.
2. I appreciated **@CuriousMind's** insights on lifelong learning and shared additional examples of over-the-shoulder learning in action.
3. I encouraged **@InquisitiveOne** to explore how over-the-shoulder learning can enhance collaborative workspaces and foster creativity.
Ubiquitous Learning Concept: Over-the-Shoulder Learning
In today’s digital era, learning is no longer confined to the traditional classroom setting. One of the groundbreaking approaches that exemplifies this shift is Over-the-Shoulder Learning (OTSL).
This concept leverages the power of observation and informal learning that occurs in natural settings, facilitated by technology. Over-the-shoulder learning refers to the process where individuals learn new skills or knowledge by observing others’ work, typically in a digital environment. Unlike formal education, OTSL is unstructured, spontaneous, and driven by the learner's curiosity. It mirrors the way apprentices might learn from masters in traditional crafts, but in the digital domain, it’s enabled by screen sharing, video recordings, and live streaming technologies.
A prime example of OTSL can be found in the software development community. Platforms like GitHub allow developers to observe the coding practices of more experienced peers by reviewing code commits, pull requests, and project documentation. Additionally, live coding streams on platforms like Twitch or YouTube, where developers code in real-time while explaining their thought process, offer rich, immersive learning experiences that embody the essence of OTSL.
Ubiquitous Learning Concept: Over-the-Shoulder Learning
In today’s digital era, learning is no longer confined to the traditional classroom setting. One of the groundbreaking approaches that exemplifies this shift is Over-the-Shoulder Learning (OTSL).
This concept leverages the power of observation and informal learning that occurs in natural settings, facilitated by technology. Over-the-shoulder learning refers to the process where individuals learn new skills or knowledge by observing others’ work, typically in a digital environment. Unlike formal education, OTSL is unstructured, spontaneous, and driven by the learner's curiosity. It mirrors the way apprentices might learn from masters in traditional crafts, but in the digital domain, it’s enabled by screen sharing, video recordings, and live streaming technologies.
A prime example of OTSL can be found in the software development community. Platforms like GitHub allow developers to observe the coding practices of more experienced peers by reviewing code commits, pull requests, and project documentation. Additionally, live coding streams on platforms like Twitch or YouTube, where developers code in real-time while explaining their thought process, offer rich, immersive learning experiences that embody the essence of OTSL.
Multimodal knowledge representations refer to the integration of multiple modes of information, such as text, images, videos, audio, and other sensory inputs, to convey and represent knowledge. Instead of relying solely on a single mode, such as text-based information, multimodal representations leverage the strengths of different modalities to enhance understanding, communication, and learning.
One example of multimodal knowledge representation in practice is found in educational settings, particularly in the field of science education. Science often involves complex concepts that are challenging to grasp through text alone. By incorporating visual and interactive elements, such as diagrams, animations, and simulations, alongside textual explanations, students can better comprehend and internalize scientific ideas.
For instance, in a biology class studying the human respiratory system, a multimodal approach could involve a combination of text, images, and videos. Students might be provided with a textbook or an online resource that includes written explanations of the respiratory system's structure and functions. Additionally, they could access diagrams or interactive virtual models that visually depict the different components of the system, such as the lungs, trachea, and bronchi. Videos or animations could further demonstrate the process of respiration, illustrating how air travels through the respiratory system and how gas exchange occurs at the alveoli.
By presenting information through multiple modalities, students can engage with the content using different senses and cognitive processes. This approach caters to diverse learning styles and helps reinforce understanding by providing complementary and reinforcing information. It also enables students to make connections between different representations and develop a more comprehensive and robust understanding of the subject matter.
The flipped classroom is an instructional approach where traditional teaching methods are reversed. In a traditional classroom, students typically receive direct instruction from the teacher during class time, and then complete homework or practice exercises outside of class. In a flipped classroom, this sequence is flipped: students are exposed to the learning material outside of class, often through pre-recorded videos or online resources, and class time is used for active learning activities, such as discussions, group work, or problem-solving.
The rationale behind the flipped classroom is to shift the acquisition of basic knowledge outside of class, allowing more in-depth and interactive learning experiences to take place during face-to-face interactions with the teacher and peers. This approach aims to enhance student engagement, promote deeper understanding of the content, and improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Here's an example of how the flipped classroom can be implemented in practice:
Let's consider an English class. Instead of the teacher presenting a certain grammar point during class time , they could create a video lecture explaining the rules and demonstrating the steps involved. This video lecture is then assigned as homework, and students are expected to watch it before coming to class.
During the class session, the teacher could assign students to work in small groups to solve a set of practice activities related to that grammar lesson. The teacher moves around the classroom, providing individualized assistance, clarifying doubts, and guiding students through the problem-solving process. Students can also engage in peer discussions, applying that grammar in speaking practice.
By flipping the classroom, students have the opportunity to engage actively with the material and receive immediate feedback and support from the teacher. This approach allows for a more output practice, personalized and interactive learning experience, as well as the development of problem-solving and collaboration skills.
I love how this digital age has boosted teaching and learning since it moves beyond traditional text-based learning and embraces a richer, more diverse approach that engages learners through various channels. Of course that it also brings challenges for teachers as well, but it brings much more advantages than drawbacks.
Ubiquitous learning refers to the constant opportunity for learning experiences and media transfer/communication that our constant computing connectivity provides. Any situation can provide an opportunity for learning, with or without computers; the increased pervasiveness of computer technology and especially the internet means any situation can become a purposeful instructional experience; not only can people learn at any time, but they can receive media that is explicitly learning-focused.