Self-direction is an essential skill for students to be successful. When students develop agency and an ability to set a purpose for their learning, the groundwork is set for them to learn inside and outside the classroom.
This guide discusses:
- The role of collaboration in self-directed learning
- A look at the challenges modern educators face
- Three teaching strategies to support student-directed learning
- related essential skills including collaboration, problem-solving, perseverance, and time-management