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Self-directed learning, according to Wallace et al. (2001), always requires an instructor.
Self-directed learning, according to Wallace et al. (2001), always requires an instructor.
False (B)
In self-directed learning, individuals play a passive role in identifying their learning needs.
In self-directed learning, individuals play a passive role in identifying their learning needs.
False (B)
Multigrade learners are discouraged from expressing their learning progress to avoid potential confusion.
Multigrade learners are discouraged from expressing their learning progress to avoid potential confusion.
False (B)
According to Taole and Cornish (2017), multigrade learners should not monitor their learning.
According to Taole and Cornish (2017), multigrade learners should not monitor their learning.
Self-directed learning is primarily suitable for students who lack focus and self-confidence.
Self-directed learning is primarily suitable for students who lack focus and self-confidence.
In a multigrade setting, fostering student responsibility for their own learning contradicts the principles of self-directed learning.
In a multigrade setting, fostering student responsibility for their own learning contradicts the principles of self-directed learning.
Self-directed learning in the classroom can only involve structured written assignments, not creative activities.
Self-directed learning in the classroom can only involve structured written assignments, not creative activities.
Self-directed learning develops independent living skills.
Self-directed learning develops independent living skills.
In conducting self-directed learning, teachers should avoid setting any expectations to foster complete independence.
In conducting self-directed learning, teachers should avoid setting any expectations to foster complete independence.
To ensure independent learning, teachers should abandon the idea of keeping students on track.
To ensure independent learning, teachers should abandon the idea of keeping students on track.
Activity sheets or modules for self-directed learning can employ sophisticated and complex jargon to challenge learners.
Activity sheets or modules for self-directed learning can employ sophisticated and complex jargon to challenge learners.
In self-directed learning, the materials selected for use do not need to be carefully chosen as learners are expected to source their own.
In self-directed learning, the materials selected for use do not need to be carefully chosen as learners are expected to source their own.
One of the most important parts of self-directed learning is to give students enough time to complete the activity.
One of the most important parts of self-directed learning is to give students enough time to complete the activity.
The primary aim of a puppet show module is to assess a student's artistic skills rather than their narrative abilities.
The primary aim of a puppet show module is to assess a student's artistic skills rather than their narrative abilities.
In the puppet show module, students are discouraged from adapting their story to suit different audiences.
In the puppet show module, students are discouraged from adapting their story to suit different audiences.
Flashcards
Self-Directed Learning (Wallace et al., 2001)
Self-Directed Learning (Wallace et al., 2001)
Self-directed learning is a process where individuals take initiative in diagnosing learning needs, formulating goals, identifying resources for learning outcomes, with or without assistance.
Monitoring Learning (Taole and Cornish, 2017)
Monitoring Learning (Taole and Cornish, 2017)
Multigrade learners are encouraged to monitor their learning by expressing precisely what they have learned, how they have learned, and what they need to do in order to widen their learning.
Qualities for self-directed learning
Qualities for self-directed learning
Learners need to be focused, self-confident, and goal-oriented, accepting responsibility for initiating and completing tasks.
Activities for Self-Directed Learning
Activities for Self-Directed Learning
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Benefits of Self-Directed Learning
Benefits of Self-Directed Learning
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Self-directed learning in Multigrade Classrooms
Self-directed learning in Multigrade Classrooms
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Outcome of self-directed learning
Outcome of self-directed learning
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Teacher's Role for self-directed learning
Teacher's Role for self-directed learning
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Teacher's Role for self-directed learning
Teacher's Role for self-directed learning
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Activity Sheets For Self-Directed Learning
Activity Sheets For Self-Directed Learning
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Preperation Of Materials For Self-Directed Learning
Preperation Of Materials For Self-Directed Learning
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Allow Time For Self-Directed Learning
Allow Time For Self-Directed Learning
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Study Notes
- Lesson 6 is on Self-directed Learning
Key Questions
- How can the teacher keep independent learners’ enthusiasm alive in the classroom?
- What is the current strategy for meeting the needs of independent learners?
Self-Directed Learning
- Wallace et al (2001) defines self-directed learning as a process where individuals take the initiative in diagnosing their learning needs, formulating learning goals, and identifying human and material resources, with or without the assistance of others, for learning outcomes.
- Multigrade learners are encouraged to monitor their learning and to express precisely what they have learned, how they have learned it, and what they need to widen their learning according to Taole and Cornish in 2017.
- It requires learners who are focused, self-confident, goal-oriented, and accept responsibility for task completion.
- Encourages students in multigrade classrooms to take responsibility for their learning.
- Develops independent working skills.
- Can present various activities, such as creative art and play, science and math projects, and writing.
- Assists students in becoming self-regulated, strategic learners.
Guidelines for teachers to conduct self-directed learning:
- Establish high expectations.
- Keep students on track.
- Use activity sheets or modules with a step-by-step method and simple language. All materials must ensure learners are independent.
- Ensure the materials have been carefully chosen and are ready for use.
- Make sure to give enough time to the students to complete the activity.
Module Example
- In this module, you will learn to create a puppet and write your own story, then tell the story to your friends or classmates.
- Now use your puppet and tell a story to your friends or classmates.
- Examples of questions to answer after the activity are:
- What is the title of your story/dialog?
- Who is the character of the story?
- Did you enjoy making your own puppet?
- Draw and color the appropriate face (happy, sad, angry).
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