Technology to Promote Independence and Self-Regulated Learning

Introduction

Welcome to this course on technology to support independence and self-regulated learning.

This course is delivered by Deborah Brian (Advanced Practitioner) and Stacey Foy (Digital and Blended Learning Champion) from The Manchester College.

By completing this course, you will discover digital tools and teaching and learning strategies that support students’ development as independent learners.

Self-regulated learning

Watch this short clip then, with the self-assessment aspect of the quote in mind, take a few moments to answer these self-assessment questions.

Changing Mindsets

Watch this short video and respond to the question when prompted.

Strategies to support independent thinking and learning

Watch this short video and respond to the questions when prompted.

Developing students’ self-regulation and thinking skills

Watch this short video and respond to the questions when prompted.

Digital tools

Watch the video below to find out more about digital tools for mind-mapping.

If you are interested in learning more about the use of digital tools for mind-mapping, bookmark these video tutorials:

• MindMeister in Microsoft Teams
• Whiteboard in Microsoft Teams
• Prezi
• Canva
• Miro
• Milanote

Reflect and respond

Visit the course Padlet to share what you have learned with other participants.

Further reading

How to develop independent learners by TES

The importance of self-regulation for learning by The Education Hub

Self-regulation strategies by the Education Endowment Foundation