What is self-regulated learning?
Self-regulated learning (SRL) refers to learning that results from learners' self-generated thoughts and behaviors that are chosen to assist the learners' success in reaching their goals (Ormrod, 2012). Self-regulated learning is describes how a person learns and masters their own learning process through self-directed processes which transform abilities into task related skills according to Zimmerman (2011). Self-regulated learning allows students to have control over reaching their goals if they focus and have the following aspects according to Ormrod (2012). Self-regulated learning skills can be learned, taught, and controlled. Teachers can promote self-regulated learning by shifting the responsibility for learning to the student and modeling self-regulatory techniques (National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented, n.d.). Even though self-regulation can motivate students and increase their success, some teachers do not effectively prepare students to learn on their own (Weimer, 2010). Teachers should also help students see the value and relevance of the standards in order to encourage their self-judgment. The self-reaction process depends on students' ability to respond adaptively both when they are making progress and when they are not (Weimer, 2010).
Concepts of self-regulated learning
Self-regulated learning does not arise spontaneously; rather, students move toward learning with goals and the degree to which they self-regulate depends on motivational influences such as their commitment to their goals, their views about the likely results of their actions, and their self-efficacy, or personal views about their competences to learn or perform actions at selected levels (Schunk, 2003-2009).Self-regulated learning includes strategic planning and goal setting. The student must establish what they want to accomplish. They may set short term and long-term deadlines for themselves in order to prioritize and prevent having important tasks as last minute tasks (Ormrod, 2012). For instance, the student may be required to maintain a full time job as they pursue their goal in continuing their education. The student must prioritize their time and make a plan that will help them to accomplish their goal. Tasks that require more dedication and the student may be required to spend more time to master the task in the desired period (Ormrod, 2012). After setting goals and making plans, the student needs to monitor their progress while implementing the plan. During the monitoring phase, the student will determine if they are progressing and if their strategy is working. Finally, in the evaluation phase, the student will evaluate their progress and determine if they need to adjust their strategy or if was effective in assisting them in reaching their goal. Reflection must occur throughout the entire process by self-questioning and rethinking the strategy used as well as the processes that help them achieves their goal. Watch this YouTube video to get an indepth understanding of each concepts.
Why is self-regulated learning important?
Many students are returning to school in order to change careers after having a family and having other financial obligations which may not allow them to attend traditional classes. Self-regulated learning will allow the student to able to make choices and plan their own learning process as necessary f-regulated learning is important because of the increase learning trend by using internet is increasing especially in higher educational level (Sahabudin and Ali, 2012). According to Sahabudin and Ali (2012) self-regulated learning is important for lifelong learning and will make the learning process occurs more regularly. With the advancement of technology, students can attend school via computer, internet, or video. In order to advance in the educational view, many of these students must have the necessary skills to promote and be active in their own learning. By using self-regulated learning, the student will develop a sense of independence and autonomous in conquering their educational goals in the academic or personal arena.
How to promote self-regulated learning
Teachers can promote self-regulated learning by shifting the responsibility for learning to the student and modeling self-regulatory techniques (National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented, n.d.). Even though self-regulation can motivate students and increase their success, some teachers do not effectively prepare students to learn on their own (Weimer, 2010). Teachers should also help students see the value and relevance of the standards in order to encourage their self-judgment. The self-reaction process depends on students' ability to respond adaptively both when they are making progress and when they are not.
Advantages 1. Self Regulation provides an organising framework for exploring relationships between skills, attitudes and processes that are integral to effective learning. (Duckworth, Akerman, MacGregor, Salter, and Vorhaus, 2009).
2. Self-regulation connects programmes that are focused on learning strategies and thinking skills with the wider wellbeing agenda in schools (Duckworth, Akerman, MacGregor, Salter, and Vorhaus, 2009). 3. Allow flexibility. |
Disadvantages1. The time required to teach students how to use specific strategies (Ormrod, 2012).
2. Novice learners may find it difficult to comprehend the information. 3. Students are not provided with or are unfamiliar with the necessary tools to help them succeed. 4. Students procrastinate due to lack of motivation. 5. Teacher are used to conducting teacher centered lesson plans instead of student centered lesson plans. |
References
Duckworth, K, Akerman, R., MacGregor, A., Salter, E., and Vorhaus, J. (2009). Self-regulated learning - Literature review. Retrieved April 9, 2013 from https://www.education.gov.uk/publications/eOrderingDownload/DCSF-WBL-09-04.pdf
National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented. (n.d.). Self regulated learning. Retrieved April 6, 2013 from http://www.gifted.uconn.edu/siegle/selfregulation/index.htm
Ormrod, J.E. (2012). Human learning. (6th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.
Sahabudin, N.A. and Ali, M.B. (2012). Combination of two Learning Approaches which are Self-Regulated Learning and Personalized Learning (SRPL). Retrieved April 9, 2013 from http://www.ipedr.com/vol37/036-ICMEI2012-E10012.pdf
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Weimer, M. (2010). What it means to be a self-regulated learner. Retrieved April 7, 2013 from http://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/teaching-and-learning/what-it-means-to-be-a-self-regulated-learner/
YouTube. Self-regulated Learning. Retrieved April 9, 2013 from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrGZqKP5CLA
YouTube. Self regulated learning concept map. Retrieved April 9, 2013 from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPn53XUgmFc
Zimmerman, B. (2011). Science Watch. Barry Zimmerman discusses self-regulated learning processes. Retrieved April 5, 2013 from http://archive.sciencewatch.com/dr/erf/2011/11decerf/11decerfZimm/
National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented. (n.d.). Self regulated learning. Retrieved April 6, 2013 from http://www.gifted.uconn.edu/siegle/selfregulation/index.htm
Ormrod, J.E. (2012). Human learning. (6th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.
Sahabudin, N.A. and Ali, M.B. (2012). Combination of two Learning Approaches which are Self-Regulated Learning and Personalized Learning (SRPL). Retrieved April 9, 2013 from http://www.ipedr.com/vol37/036-ICMEI2012-E10012.pdf
Schunk, D. (2003-2009). Self-regulated learning. Retrieved April, 9, 2013 from http://www.education.com/reference/article/self-regulated-learning/
Weimer, M. (2010). What it means to be a self-regulated learner. Retrieved April 7, 2013 from http://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/teaching-and-learning/what-it-means-to-be-a-self-regulated-learner/
YouTube. Self-regulated Learning. Retrieved April 9, 2013 from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrGZqKP5CLA
YouTube. Self regulated learning concept map. Retrieved April 9, 2013 from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPn53XUgmFc
Zimmerman, B. (2011). Science Watch. Barry Zimmerman discusses self-regulated learning processes. Retrieved April 5, 2013 from http://archive.sciencewatch.com/dr/erf/2011/11decerf/11decerfZimm/