Independent learning

How independent are you as a learner?

Online learning requires you to develop your independent learning, but what does that involve? Write a brief description of your understanding of independent learning.

Independent learning does not mean that you need to work alone with no support; it rather means that you take more control of your learning and its development. In other words, independent learning means developing your skills to be resilient, motivated, organised and good at time management.

Independent learning in practice

Watch the following video and take notes of the different steps the student takes to take control of her learning and prepare for online lectures:

After watching the video, reflect on your learning strategies and identify tips that would be useful to enhance learning experience from home.

Compare your reflection with the following tips: a student guide to learning from home.