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Self Directed Learning . By: Michelle Tanguay EDU 643. What Is Self Directed Learning?. Method of learning in which the student takes the initiative to pursue an educational experience Responsible for: Beginning the journey Developing the lessons Learning the material
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Self Directed Learning By: Michelle Tanguay EDU 643
What Is Self Directed Learning? • Method of learning in which the student takes the initiative to pursue an educational experience • Responsible for: • Beginning the journey • Developing the lessons • Learning the material • Completing the lesson (Skiff, 2009)
Self Directed Learning in College • Are college students self-directed? • Can traditional college students be self-directed? • Should all students be self-directed? • Can students learn to be self-directed?
References • Grow, G. (1991). Teaching Learners to be Self Directed. Adult Education Quarterly, 125-149. • Self-Directed Learning. (2013). Becoming Self-Directed. Retrieved from SelfDirected Learning: http://www.selfdirectedlearning.com/becoming-self-directed.html • Skiff, D. (2009, June 24). What is Self-Directed Learning. Retrieved from Self-Directed Learning: Be Your Own CLO - Chief Learning Officer: http://www.selfdirectedlearning.org/what-is-self-directed-learning