Self-regulated Learning: A Composite Concept Husain Abdulhay Payame Noor University of Qom, Iran husainabdolhay@yahoo.com Abstract: Issue of self versus other is also diligently stressed and applied in education so as to put person in control of situation, not a pawn at the mercy of conditions. In the same vein, this study aims to draw attention to a newly developed concept of learning which overemphasizes the role of individual learner in attunement of his thought, feelings and strategies to
Self-regulated learners possess features that distinguish them from non-self-regulated peers. They are not passive; rather, they are active in the sense that they know their own strengths and weaknesses, and when needed, they are able to seek and access information which is conducive to learning (Zimmerman, 1990). Similarly, Carneiro et al. (2011), define Successful self-regulated learners as those who recognize a need to learn, make wise choices in relation to that need, and satisfy that need efficiently
Blended Learning environment has been in the changing trends with the mode of teaching and learning in present higher education system. The empirical research states that in online environment, students self-regulate themselves in order to achieve better outcomes. Recent quantitative studies highlight the role of learners in the online course format as they required high self-regulation in order to achieve cognition, but there are limited reports that investigate the role of learners in Blended Learning
In order for individuals to gain mental skills, distance learning is a process which contributes to developing critical thinking and autonomous study. To succeed in one’s profession and sustain lifelong learning, mental skills are a must. This is where distance learning comes in handy compared to traditional educational institutions; as distance learning consists of a central focus on one’s independence in the learning process. Mental skills can include logic in problem-solving, higher academic performance
How money is currently being allocated towards education needs to be reexamined and prioritized towards education rather than sports. As stated in the New York Times: “Our system gives three times as much aid to the least needy as it gives to the most.” Large numbers of students are either dropping out of college or graduating college, and then entering the workforce; but due to college, each student is carrying tens of thousands of dollars of debt. This excessive debt at the start of their careers
Teachers are the backbone of education. They are the ones who build a foundation for the success of their students. A teacher should provide quality education despite adversity, an education leading each student to the epitome of achieving their goals to be successful professionals. Teachers are expected to meet each demand and to deliver his/her best ability not only to create a good product but also to improve excellence in the academic community. Teachers are the creators of individuals who someday
expect a reward at the end of the month. Teaching is my passion. I feel extremely satisfied with every successful lesson. As a teacher, I feel that I’ am connected to my students’ lives and I have a direct influence on them. I teach because I admire education and I want to make a difference in that domain. I want to help humanity, and teaching gives me a great opportunity to do so. I’ am passionate about educating my students, I work with them, motivate them, and inspire them to learn. I use different
content is determined. There are four major philosophies which include perennialism, essentialism, Progressivism and reconstructivism Perennialism: Perennialism is the philosophy that is based on the belief that the focus of education should be the ideas that have lasted over centuries. These ideas should be a part of curriculum so that the students learn from the work of history’s finest thinkers and writers. According to perennialism theory person learns from his experiences
Traditional Education Is Better Education the process of acquiring general knowledge, developing the powers of the people reasoning and judgment which preparing them for mature life and. The world has been developing especial with the technology such as: the computers, the Internet, and advanced electronic devices are becoming essential in our daily life. That led to the education, development also, and has been more than reading, writing, and manipulates numbers. There are many types of education, but
Is The Declaration of Independence Just? According to the Declaration of Independence, “we hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed…. With certain alienable rights that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” This statement is not true and will never be if the people and government do not fix it. Modern laws do not support the unalienable right of life because of abortion, liberty from immigration, and pursuit of happiness because