The Power of Lifelong Learners
10/13/2018
Wikipedia defines lifelong learning as the "ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated" pursuit of knowledge for either personal or professional reasons." The picture of learning and learners has evolved over the last fifty years or so from a prescription of age, time and content to a wider world full of opportunity. Gone are the days where formal learning was only set forth as a prescribed regimen done within a specified classroom and learners were boxed in by age or availability. Learning has always been a mix of formal instruction, informal experience and self exploration but has only recently begun to be recognized as such. It was, and will always be, an ongoing process through daily interactions in our lives with the people, places and things around us. While some might appear more motivated to learn than others, we are all intrinsically motivated to learn about something. And that is a very great thing because there are many benefits to lifelong learning. Walden University offers that lifelong learning -keeps your brain healthy and strong by keeping cells working and performing at optimum levels. -helps you to succeed whether in personal or professional goals. -helps you stay connected with the people who share the same interests and talents as you. -helps you to keep fulfilled and happier by offering opportunities for an enriched life with emotional balance. I've had the privilege of serving on the planning committee for the NWAIS Fall Conference over the last several years. This has afforded me the opportunity to connect with educators and individuals who share similar philosophies of education as we continue the work of reaching for the best ways to teach and reach our students.
Amidst my committee duties, I was able to attend several very thought-provoking and energizing sessions that allowed me to strengthen and continue my lifelong learning journey. I returned with a renewed commitment to help our students find their own joy in lifelong learning journeys of their own. Comments are closed.
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Marcella HitchcockMs. Hitchcock teaches second grade, is a mom of two, an avid reader, lifelong learner, and a seeker of sunshine! Archives
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