blog post #1

After reading about behaviourism, cognitivism, constructivism, and connectivism, I actually learnt that my current learning style is cognitive and connectivism, with some elements of constructivism.I do not rely heavily on behaviorist approaches anymore, although I recognise their usefulness for basic learning. while i learn something new,I often use cognitive strategies. i like information to be organized clearly,and I need explanations that connect new ideas to what I already know. for example when i was reading these chapters, i tried to make more sense of the theories by comparing the chapters with each other and relating them to my own real life experience.But I also have a very connectivist learning style, particularly when I’m learning online. I frequently look up material online, read blog entries, watch videos, and read what other people have to say on discussion boards or social media. Connectivism holds that knowledge is dispersed among networks rather than being contained within a single person’s mind. I can identify with this concept because I don’t attempt to commit everything to memory. Rather, I concentrate on where to look for information and how to assess its reliability. This is consistent with the notion that “the capacity to know more is more important than what is currently known.

Additionally, I notice some constructivist components in my education. I learn best when I can apply concepts to actual circumstances and think back on my own experiences. For instance, rather than merely restating the authors’ ideas, creating this blog post enabled me to develop my own comprehension of the theories. This is consistent with constructivism, which emphasises using experience and introspection to create meaning.

Overall, I believe my learning style has shifted away from structured, teacher-led instruction toward a more networked and self-directed approach. The readings helped me understand that different learning theories serve different purposes, and that combining them can support deeper and more meaningful learning.