What Is Connectivism?
Connectivism, developed by George Siemens and Stephen Downes, is a learning theory for the digital age.
It says:
“Learning is no longer an individual activity, but happens through networks — of people, technology, and information.”
What Is a Collaborative Teaching Model?
A collaborative teaching model emphasizes:
Group work
Peer-to-peer interaction
Shared responsibility
Co-creation of knowledge
It often includes student groups, teacher as facilitator, and project/problem-based learning.
How Connectivism Fits Into Collaborative Learning:
Connectivism Principle Collaborative Model Practice
Learning occurs in networks Students form learning groups and teams
Knowledge is distributed across connections Students share resources, tools, and roles
Technology is key to learning Tools like ChatGPT, Google Docs, Edmodo, Padlet
Decision-making is part of learning Students discuss, negotiate, decide in groups
Not all learning is under human control AI (like ChatGPT) or platforms contribute to knowledge building
🧠 Teaching Model Based on Connectivism + Collaboration:
Let’s build a "Connective Collaboration Teaching Model" (CCTM).
Structure of CCTM (5 Phases):
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Connection Phase
→ Students form groups, connect to digital tools, choose topics
Use ChatGPT, forums, research databases
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Exploration Phase
→ Students explore content, gather data, share findings
Collaborate in Google Docs, Padlet, or Edmodo
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Interaction Phase
→ Students discuss, debate, peer-teach
Breakout rooms, group chats, roundtable roles
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Creation Phase
→ They co-create: presentations, reports, campaigns, or digital content
Use Canva, Prezi, Slides, videos
→ Reflect on what was learned and how it was learned
Reflective journals, ChatGPT dialogue summary, peer feedback
“Connectivism tells us that knowledge lives in networks.
Collaboration gives students the courage to travel through those networks together.”strikethrough text