Author(s)

Ning Li ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ School of Economics and Management, Taishan University, Tai'an, Shandong, 271000, China

Corresponding Author

Ning Li

ABSTRACT

In the academic domain, significant emphasis has been placed on cultivating students' capacity for independent learning. Through a comprehensive examination of pertinent literature and empirical research, we've compiled and analyzed how fostering students' self-directed learning skills impacts their educational results and lifelong learning. Research suggests that developing self-learning skills in students can assist them in cultivating abilities such as self-management, autonomous decision-making and self-assessment. Consequently, this augments their motivation and overall learning efficiency. At the same time, the cultivation of autonomous learning ability also lays a foundation for students' lifelong learning, so that they can continue to learn independently in different learning environments. However, there are some challenges in reality, such as the restriction of the educational system and the differences of students' own ability and will. To effectively promote students' self-directed learning abilities, it is crucial for educators to provide guidance and support, create captivating learning environments and opportunities, and encourage students' enthusiasm and motivation for independent learning. Further research could explore the cultivation of self-learning skills in students across different age groups, and leverage educational technology advancements to enhance their independent learning capabilities. 

KEYWORDS

Self-directed learning ability; training; learning results

CITE THIS PAPER

Ning Li, Research on the cultivation of students' independent learning ability. Adult and Higher Education (2023) Vol. 5: 49-54. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/aduhe.2023.051906.

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