Jun 08 2008
Portfolio of Learning
I took the time to upload quite a bit of information, photos, art, and reflections from my learning over the past three years. As I want this site to be my living and breathing portfolio of learning, I thought it would be appropriate to categorize these learning journeys in my own way.
I had originally wanted this site to become one for highlighting all of my academic work, but I have since rethought this notion. Because of many frustrations as my association with my university comes to a close, I am reclaiming my learning as I define it. I’ve taken out references to the school I’ve attended and the degree program, so that I can approach learning as an invitation for ALL PEOPLE. My “degree” has become worth less and less to me lately, and my learning remains as the joyous experience that it always has been.
I’ve said this before … As I deepen my notions of “unschooling my life” I understand more and more how degrees and certifications only serve to divide people and to feed into a system that creates this division. If I want portfolios of learning to become more important, I must first develop my own portfolio, and share what I feel could inspire others to undertake their own learning journeys.
I think that I’m developing a new vocabulary for learning as well. Words like “teaching” and “classes” have become “learning exchanges” and “learning journeys.” The word “student” has become “learner” for me now. Stripping away the divisions and hierarchy created by the current “academic” world could prove to be a daunting goal, but I have to say… I’m doing this already when it comes to my own life and learning.
Will you join me?
Enjoy my portfolio of learning! I’d love to hear about yours!
