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The point of no return

Learning with e's

The previous post featured Abraham Maslow''s Hierarchy of Human Needs. His list also includes explaining the options for alternative forms of behaviour, planning a course of action and relating the discontent of others. Lave and Wenger Communities of Practice 26. Previous posts in this series are all linked below.

Cognitive 101
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#LearningIs social

Learning with e's

Discussions prompt us to consider alternative perspectives which widen our understanding. In the digital age, it is commonplace to connect into a Community of Practice that reflects or represents our interests. In Lave's terms, the CoP is essential for developing our sense of purpose within our chosen community.

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In two minds

Learning with e's

Dual Coding theory explains why multi-media forms of education have been so successful in the past, but alternative cognitive processing theories that feature later in this series challenge this view. Lave and Wenger Communities of Practice 26. Maslow Hierarchy of Human Needs 27. Reference Paivio, A. Knowles Andragogy 24.

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Reflections from May trip to Italy, UK, and Netherlands

Jay Cross

I have an alternative. A shadow form of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs kicks in. COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE. Chefs are my favorite example of organic communities of practice. Communities of practice can be subtle. Start with Pre-college. The on- or off-campus program includes: Jobs.