A dedicated learner is an individual who takes the initiative PDF

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What it means to be a dedicated learner...

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1) A dedicated learner is an individual who takes the initiative, with or without the help of others, in diagnosing their learning needs, formulating learning goals, identifying human and material resources for learning, choosing, and implementing appropriate learning strategies, and evaluating learning outcomes. Essential aspects of self-directed learning are that; they take the initiative, they explore independently, they accept responsibility, they have a healthy outlook in life, they are naturally motivated, they know basic study skills, they know how to manage time, and they are self-aware. 2) My biggest strengths as a student are my dedication and patience I don’t give up on goals and stand against all obstacles. My dedication will make me steadfast, adding this to patience, I know that any form of workload or study that comes my way, I would be able to overcome by taking it at my pace. 3) My biggest weaknesses on the other hand are procrastination and slothfulness. I tend to move agendas to the last possible minute and try the barest minimum to perfect it even when I do finish it. 4a) 

Create something out of what you have learned.

Make a habit of creating something–a diagram, a song, a journal entry– with the new material you have learned. Not only will it help solidify the material in your long-term memory, but it will also help you look forward to future learning endeavors. 

Build your own personal learning syllabus.

Have you ever looked at a syllabus from a course and wished you had more of a say in it? Now’s your chance. Learn what you want, when you want, how you want. 

Use time (or lack thereof) to your advantage. We’re all busy, but sometimes this can be an advantage. Take the thirty minutes you have during your lunch hour or post-work session at the gym to complete a “unit” on a topic of interest.

4b)First of all, I set tangible study goals, practicing self-control and monitoring my process. These are the ways I hold myself accountable.

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