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Chou, Pao-Nan; Chen, Wei-Fan – Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration, 2008
Through literature review, this paper examines six empirical studies. Three cases are from the United States and the other three are from studies conducted in Asian. The purpose of this study is to identify whether or not self-directed learning is a key factor leading to successful academic performance in web-based learning environments. The…
Descriptors: Independent Study, Academic Achievement, Web Based Instruction, Electronic Learning
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Owen, T. Ross – Journal of College Student Development, 1999
Identifies the extent to which the "Self-Directed Learning Readiness Scale" (SDLRS) is a reliable and valid instrument for use with graduate students (N=356). Argues that the results of the study warrant the integration of such developmental constructs as tolerance, self-concept, creativity, initiative, self-understanding, and…
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Higher Education, Independent Study, Nontraditional Students