VIKMB28 Self-directed learning

Faculty of Arts
Autumn 2013
Extent and Intensity
0/2/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: k (colloquium).
Teacher(s)
Mgr. František Dalecký (lecturer)
Mgr. Pavlína Mazáčová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
PhDr. Petr Škyřík, Ph.D.
Division of Information and Library Studies – Department of Czech Literature – Faculty of Arts
Contact Person: Mgr. Marie Hradilová
Supplier department: Division of Information and Library Studies – Department of Czech Literature – Faculty of Arts
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.

The capacity limit for the course is 12 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 0/12, only registered: 0/12
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives
The goal of the subject is to introduce the core ideas of self-directed learning, current trends in the world of education and with the use of practical exercices, workshops and project learning to help him to gain a skill of self-directed learning as a necessary skill for 21st century. By completining the course, students should be able to: 1) know main trends in education, personal and career development 2) know about available resources, tools and networks 3) design personal learning environment and personal learning plan 4) use methods of self-direction and self-regulation 5) work wihin the group of learners and also by their own 6) take over control of their education, its content, form and results
Syllabus
  • 1) Self-directed learning I: mental models, perspectives of personal and career development in 21st century 2) Self-directed learning II: resources, tools, networks, study tips and practical advice 3) Design of personal learning environment and plan of the project 4) Study blocks - solving learning problems, mentoring 5) Presentation of project (PLE design, personal learning plan and outcomes)
Literature
    recommended literature
  • ELLSBERG, Michael a Sharon AINSLEY. The education of millionaires: everything you won't learn in college about how to be successful. New York: Portfolio/Penguin, c2004, xx, 152 p. ISBN 15-918-4561-0.
  • GRAY, Elaine a Sharon AINSLEY. Conscious choices: a model for self-directed learning. Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Pearson/Prentice Hall, c2004, xx, 152 p. ISBN 01-311-2931-7.
  • JAY, Meg. The defining decade: why your twenties matter and how to make the most of them now. 1st trade ed. New York: Grand Central Pub, 2012, xxi, 273 p. ISBN 04-465-6175-4.
  • KNOWLES, Malcolm S. Self-directed learning: a guide for learners and teachers. Chicago: Association Press, c1975, 135 p. ISBN 06-958-1116-9.
  • NEWPORT, Cal. How to become a straight-A student: the unconventional strategies real college students use to score high while studying less. 1st ed. New York: Broadway Books, c2007, xiv, 194 pages. ISBN 978-076-7922-715.
  • NEWPORT, Cal. How to win at college: simple rules for success from star students. 1st ed. New York: Broadway Books, 2005, viii, 193 p. ISBN 07-679-1787-1.
  • NEWPORT, Cal. So good they can't ignore you: why skills trump passion in the quest for work you love. 1st ed. New York: Business Plus, 2012, xxi, 273 p. ISBN 978-145-5509-126.
  • STEPHENS, Dale J. Hacking your education: ditch the lectures, save tens of thousands, and learn more than your peers ever will. First edition. xiv, 194 pages. ISBN 978-039-9159-961.
Teaching methods
Writing, presentation, workshop, debate, study groups, project learning and individual mentoring.
Assessment methods
For accomplishing is necessary to: 1) write 2 essays 2) be part of the debate 3) create a design of PLE and learning plan and to present the outcomes of learning
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
Study Materials
The course is taught: every week.
Note related to how often the course is taught: středa, 9:10: 10:45, učebna C15.
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