CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL NETWORKED LEARNING 4 LONG LIFE
Rhizomatic learning , popularised by Dave Cormier , is a non-linear, community-driven approach where learning is viewed as a messy, interconnected process rather than a structured curriculum . Based on Deleuze and Guattari ’s, as discussed in this Wikipedia article , "the community is the curriculum," empowering learners to negotiate their own goals within a networked, constantly evolving context. [ 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 ] Key Characteristics of Rhizomatic Learning No Fixed Beginning or End: Inspired by the botanical rhizome , this theory suggests knowledge grows and spreads without a central structure or linear path. "The Community is the Curriculum": Learners collaborate to create the content, making education a social and shared experience. Negotiated Curriculum: Learners define their own "learning subjectives," adapting to their specific needs and contexts rather than following a predetermined syllabus. Embracing Uncertainty: ...
