English language learners and educators: this is a 10-slide presentation of some crucial points related to self-directed learning and their relevance to online learning. (Created by Rita Zuba Prokopetz / G&R Languages – May, 2014).

1. Self-directed learning
to complete online tasks
Preparedby:G&RLanguages–May,2014
OpenEducationalResources
Images and photos courtesy of ClipArt
1

2. 2

3. 3

4. “A motive sensitizes a
person to information
relating to that motive.”
Motive: in order to complete the assigned online task, the
learner must first watch the video, listen to the podcast or
read the suggested resources.
Source: adapted from Merriam-Webster concise online dictionary
Retrieved from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motivation on May 11, 2014
4

5. 5

6. “The desire to learn
or know more about
something.”
Desire: interest on the assigned online task leads to a
desire to question and discover more about the topic.
Source: adapted from Merriam-Webster concise online dictionary
Retrieved from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curiosity on May 11,
2014
6

7. 7

8. “Firm or fixed
intention to achieve a
desired end.”
Intention: the strong interest and desire to complete the
online task (motive) leads to motivation and curiosity to view
the resources which result in the desire to do the task.
Source: adapted from Merriam-Webster concise online dictionary
Retrieved from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/determination on May 11,
2014
8

9. Motivation
Curiosity
Preparedby:G&RLanguages–May,2014
OpenEducationalResources
Images and photos courtesy of ClipArt
9
Determination

10. Self-directed learning
to complete online tasks
Preparedby:G&RLanguages–May,2014
OpenEducationalResources
Images and photos courtesy of ClipArt
10