Using Course Documents

Tips

Self-directed learning increases learner control and promotes student planning, managing, and organizing course materials (Brockett & Hiemstra, 1991; Candy, 1991; Caffarella, 1993).

• Posting various resources in document function promotes self-directed learning.

• By posting assignments, the instructor doesn’t have to spend a lot of class time going over assignments.

• Examples, writing tips, how to budget time can be posted as resources for students.

Related Resources

Hiemstra, R. (1994). Self-directed learning. In T. Husen & T. N. Postlethwaite (Eds.), The International Encyclopedia of Education (second edition), Oxford: Pergamon Press.

Newlin, M.H., & Wang, A.Y.,(2002). Integrating technology and pedagogy:Web instruction and seven principles of undergraduate education.