INDEPENDENT LEARNING

A Negotiated Definition:
Independent Learning...
... Uses autonomous strategies to conduct multiple learning activities and goal setting without direct supervision.

· Set own goals (guidance is offered): giving ownership of objectives in skills
· Learner contract
· Learners keep records / portfolio
· Role of teacher: what learners desire/expect/need from the teacher's role

· Reference skills: dictionary, inc phonemic chart
thesaurus
internet
encyclopaedia
glossary
index
library skills

· Journals
· Project work
· Choosing activities
· SACs
· Peer correction & feedback
· Learners check answers against a key
· Use media:
TV
radio
internet
· PDA: self-assessment

· (Process) writing: vocabulary journals - skills needed
selecting own prompts (pictures/photos)
writing in groups
self/peer marking/editing/grading
pen pals

· Speaking & listening: visiting speakers
own tape recorders
generic skills worksheet
learner-led debate/discussion

· Reading bring own authentic materials
choice of book reviews/annual goals

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