Assess yourself To Be A Self-Directed Learner

• What is a self-directed learner?

"Self-directed learner defined by adult education expert Malcolm Knowles that describes a process by which individuals take the initiative, with or without the assistance of others, in diagnosing their learning needs, formulating learning goals, identifying human and material resources for learning, and evaluating learning outcomes."(Briggs, "20 Steps Towards More Self-Directed Learning", 2015)*1.

• What are the essential aspects of self-directed learning?

Just like the text "self", It's needs independent, without the assistance and the additional part, determination. 

• What are your two biggest strengths as a student? 

The biggest strengths as a student for me are willpower and vision. 

• How will these strengths help you become a self-directed learner?

The willpower can help me keep learning while I am losing my passion or feeling uncertain about the coming challenge. The vision gives me the image of the future to enjoy every step I move to see as a progress of the dream.

• What are your two biggest weaknesses as a student?

My biggest weaknesses as a student are job and language. I have a full-time job while studying at university and I never live in any English speaking country. 

• How do these affect your readiness to be a self-directed learner?

My full-time job can cause a time management problem because I have to schedule my duties and assignments well. However, the language can also be a problem, because all the materials and assignments need a high level of English efficiency.

• Describe at least three strategies to become a more self-directed learner. 

1. Set goals and steps pieces : I always set goals, objectives and steps pieces if I want to do something that needs a plan in case I miss something important.

1. Reward myself : The habit cycle has three factors, cue, routine and reward. If I want to achieve my goals, a great habit is beneficial. A good habit is powerful than we know if you think of the smoker who doesn't have the willpower to cut it off.

1. Time management : Time and spaces are the start point of all rules and truths. I have to set and follow the timeline or timetable that leads me to goals and objectives.

• How will you hold yourself accountable for your growth as a learner?

The reward system is the best way for me to hold myself accountable for my growth as a learner. Psychologically, it also affects how my brain works and alerts me to do something to win the reward I set.
Reference

1. "Self-directed learner defined by adult education expert Malcolm Knowles that describes a process by which individuals take the initiative, with or without the assistance of others, in diagnosing their learning needs, formulating learning goals, identifying human and material resources for learning, and evaluating learning outcomes."Briggs, S., Briggs, S. B. S., & Briggs, S. (2015, May 3). 20 Steps Towards More Self-Directed Learning. Retrieved from https://www.opencolleges.edu.au/informed/features/29-steps-toward-more-self-directed-learning/.