INDEPENDENT LEARNING: WHY YOU SHOULD BECOME ONE
WHAT IS INDEPENDENT LEARNING ? Independent learning is when an individual is able to think, act and pursue their own studies autonomously, without the same levels of support you receive from a teacher at school. In other words, you need to be able to do your own research instead of expecting a teacher to give you all the background material you might need. To become a good independent learner, you need to be: 1. Motivated 2. Resilient, to overcome challenges 3. An excellent time manager WHY IS INDEPENDENT LEARNING IMPORTANT ? Independent learning is not just important to become a good student. The skills you gain are transferrable to most jobs. These include: 1. Motivation 2. Independence 3. Initiative 4. Time management 5. Organisation and multi-tasking 6. Strong reading and writing skills HOW CAN I BECOME IN INDEPENDENT LEARNER ? 1. Read actively : You will need to be an active reader, p...