SELF-EDUCATION: HOW TO LEARN ANYTHING OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
Abstract
Abstract
In the world of self education, people learn without a teacher like in a formal
school setting. This form of learning becomes crucial in today's world with so much
technology and information available. This article brings forth self-education methods
as well as their effectiveness based on literature review and a qualitative study of
practices among successful autodidacts. Most of the self learners researched showed
motivation and resourcefulness along with a learning plan were key elements when
learning new things outside a regular school setting. The article ends with suggestions
on how a learner can better themselves for effective self directed learning.
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