The wikispaces blog here discusses the learning theory, connectivism, which considers knowledge and learning as a formation of connections and the ability to share knowledge with others is more critical that what we, as individuals, can know. The wiki raises an important question asking if introverts are at a disadvantage under the connectivism theory as they are less likely to work to make an abundance of connects (but would likely take in what is shared and make meaningful connections with a relatively small group). I also question connectivism's lack of "oversight" and worry that the big picture will become lost in the network of intricate, piece meal knowledge sharing.
I agree that making knowledge connections are critical and that learning to navigate networks to gain information is more important than ever. In the end, connectivism as a theory is valuable to consider, but need additional work to allow for some of the aforementioned weaknesses.
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