Johanne Brochu

Personal Learning Theory

September 14th, 2011

My theory concerning how individuals learn is based on personal perception and teaching perspectives with a preference towards developmental, apprenticeship and nurturing. Since the beginning of time, humans have demonstrated a desire to learn as part of their lifes journey. Humans individual and personal development diverge due to diverse learning styles but converge when aspiring to become a better person and thus be accepted among peers in their environment. The act of learning takes time and dedication. It requires challenges and a constant revisitation as new knowledge is built and re-built slowly but progressively due to continuous changes and understanding. Since humans are connected to each other, no matter what their backgrounds are, interaction and collaboration in a learning community of practice allows enculturation for adequate progression. Moreover, individuals relate to the learning object by making some connections, what is known, their own experience, and what is new. This learning process is in constant evolution and humans are seeking encouragement and recognition through it. Sharing individual experiences is evolving that process as humans are looking to identify in others some of the ideas they cherishperhaps to confirm their beliefsas well as looking at some other innovative ideas on which they can build. Indeed, a new and secure environment prone to encouragement will ensure learners self-confidence in their competencies to share and learn. At last, when facing others realities and placed in a new and different environment, individuals confront themselves and search for answers. And while looking at what they already know, they get a sense of what is not known and thus acquire the strength to reach their goal through new expectancies. Furthermore, I believe that if learning occurs in authentic contexts where individuals face real life supportive situations, the learner is predisposed to long-term higher achievement.

Johanne Brochu

Personal Learning Theory

September 14th, 2011

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