From a needle-size peep hole vision, I came out to see a wider perspective of a broad horizon that I embarked on.
Understanding learning’s intricate and complex processes was surprising to me at first. I never thought there could be such enormous research, debates and studies on learning alone.My impression of learning is as simple as knowing – raw and superficial. Obviously, I lack the in-depth understanding of what learning is. I could say that enrolling in EDS 103 was a sure hit eye opener.
While I was following each learning theory, I developed this mindset of always reflecting it to my previous school experience and at the same time, finding the concepts in the work setting. Learning the theories made me understand what makes people tick and why they act the way they do. I also come to accept the fact that in a classroom or at work, everyone thinks on a unique level and that we learn at different pace and it should be considered at any point by a teacher. I began to appreciate the teacher or the manager’s patience and creativity to deliver certain messages and impart knowledge in various methodologies. There were plenty of aha moments during this course and several enlightenments at the same time.
On the other hand, the thought-provoking questions in each activity taught me to become more resourceful and to faithfully seek for a higher understanding of matters in discussion. I learned to follow my own line of thinking as if I am in discussion and in lecture with myself. Funny, but I find that method comforting and more personal. I noticed myself seeking alternative perspectives every time and I must admit, a simple activity question will take me more than a day to finally draft an answer because of that. I realized I began to adapt to the method of how I can maximize my learning potential in an open education setting.
It was a huge achievement to learn and integrate the theories of learning in my future endeavor but most importantly, EDS 103 prepared me the essential mindset of an educator and an open education student for the semesters ahead,
Now, I can confidently say that I made a basic strong footing in order to continue and finish my aspiration with UPOU.
The Graveyard Chronicles 