{"id":13532,"date":"2024-01-10T22:55:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T03:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/?p=13532"},"modified":"2024-10-04T08:49:01","modified_gmt":"2024-10-04T12:49:01","slug":"self-learning-a-guide-to-success-in-school-and-beyond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/self-learning-a-guide-to-success-in-school-and-beyond\/","title":{"rendered":"Self-Learning: A Guide to Success in School and Beyond"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may have heard Kumon develops independent self-learners. But do you know what we mean when we talk about self-learning? Self-learning is the ability to gather, process and retain new knowledge without the aid of a teacher \u2013 and it\u2019s an extremely valuable skill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Independent learning is essential for students who aim to excel. Self-learners are extremely engaged in their education and enjoy learning new things. Self-learners want to go beyond what they\u2019re learning in class and from a textbook because they have a deep desire to learn more. Self-learners are less likely to fall behind due to school closures or having a difficult-to-understand professor in college, because they have developed the confidence and ability to figure things out on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, many people shy away from trying to learn new skills or concepts. Without the confidence to try new things, and the understanding that it\u2019s OK to fail, students may avoid trying to learn concepts out of their comfort zone because they are afraid of a negative outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#What\" aria-label=\"What is Self-Learning?\">What is Self-Learning?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Why\" aria-label=\"Why is Self-Learning Important?\">Why is Self-Learning Important?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#process\" aria-label=\"The Process of Self-Learning\">The Process of Self-Learning<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how\" aria-label=\"How to Help Your Child Become a Self-Learner\">How to Help Your Child Become a Self-Learner<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#benefits\" aria-label=\"Benefits of Independent Learning\">Benefits of Independent Learning<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What\"><strong>What is Self-Learning?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Self-learning is the process of understanding by using guides and resources. Self-learners are likely to set goals and then develop learning strategies to meet those learning goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common learning style presented in a school environment is passive learning. A teacher presents material while students take notes and ask questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students who self-learn, on the other hand, essentially guide themselves. Instead of having a concept explained to them, they use written instructions, context clues and examples to figure out answers on their own. When a student develops the ability to self-learn, they can study any subject confidently whenever they need or want to learn it rather than waiting for someone to teach them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kumon Instructors are trained to guide their students to become self-learners by careful observation. Along the way, they reinforce the students\u2019 development by both celebrating their progress and encouraging them to challenge themselves.&nbsp;Instructors ask questions that prompt students to study the processes and solutions to problems. Self-learning can also be learned and reinforced at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Why\"><strong>Why is Self-Learning Important?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important for children to develop the ability to self-learn so they will understand how to guide themselves and possess a more active role in the learning process. They also will be capable of learning more without depending on an Instructor or a tutor to explain new material. That will help to set the child up for success in high school, college \u2013 and even the work force. An employee who can easily learn to do new things or solve problems on their own is a valuable asset to an organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A self-learner is likely to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>be willing to try new problems on their own.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be more resilient with challenging material.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>make deeper connections between exercises, topics and other subjects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be unafraid of making mistakes and understand they will learn from the attempt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With self-learning, the objective is to increase a student\u2019s confidence as well as their competence. A self-learner not only tends to learn new skills more quickly, but they also believe that they can learn even more. That\u2019s because they have proven to themselves that they can do it through prior learning experiences. That confidence, coupled with a greater enjoyment of learning, allows them to try new things without being afraid of failure. That\u2019s why self-learners often excel academically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:25vh;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#33b8a6\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1796\" height=\"774\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-13493\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Screenshot-2024-09-17-at-10.00.19\u202fAM.png\" style=\"object-position:100% 100%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"100% 100%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Screenshot-2024-09-17-at-10.00.19\u202fAM.png 1796w, https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Screenshot-2024-09-17-at-10.00.19\u202fAM-300x129.png 300w, https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Screenshot-2024-09-17-at-10.00.19\u202fAM-768x331.png 768w, https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Screenshot-2024-09-17-at-10.00.19\u202fAM-1536x662.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Screenshot-2024-09-17-at-10.00.19\u202fAM-640x276.png 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1796px) 100vw, 1796px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-dc25fa1c24fa1958a568f9d34fd13450 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#383769\"><strong>Encourage your child to become a self-learner by enrolling them in the Kumon Program.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/how-kumon-works\" aria-label=\"Act now!\" style=\"color:#383769;background-color:#fbe267\"><strong>Act now!<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"process\"><strong>The Process of Self-Learning<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Self-learning can be a process with four distinct stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#ready\" aria-label=\"being ready to learn\">being ready to learn<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#goal\" aria-label=\"goal setting\">goal setting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#engaging\" aria-label=\"engaging in learning (through research, practice, etc.)\">engaging in learning (through research, practice, etc.)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#evaluating\" aria-label=\"evaluating what was learned\">evaluating what was learned<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ready\"><strong>Ready to Learn<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the first stage, a self-learner is open to learning new things. That readiness stems from the confidence of a self-learner, and it is reinforced by being in a supportive learning environment. Self-learners thrive when failures are treated as learning opportunities rather than being frowned upon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"goal\"><strong>Goal Setting<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the second stage, a self-learner sets goals for him- or herself on what they would like to learn. This is an important life lesson because it teaches a student to challenge himself and to learn what it takes to reach a goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"engaging\"><strong>Engaging in Learning<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The third stage is where the magic happens. Self-learners are extremely engaged in their education, and to learn something new, they likely will have to do research, process information, connect new information with concepts they already know and put the new skill into practice. How they process that information and practice a skill may depend on their individual learning style, whether it\u2019s auditory, visual, reading\/writing or hands-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"evaluating\"><strong>Evaluating<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And finally, the self-learner must evaluate what they learned. Evaluation is an important step because it may confirm for the student that they solved a problem correctly or help them identify what they did wrong so they can correct it on their next attempt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Self-learners have several common qualities. They are self-aware, cognizant of their own learning styles and confident in their abilities. They are comfortable working alone and are self-motivated to learn something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how\"><strong>How to Help Your Child Become a Self-Learner<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can help your child become a self-learner by encouraging them to try to figure something out for themselves rather than doing it for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even preschoolers can be encouraged to become self-learners. When they are stuck, parents can point them in the right direction and encourage them to try to do something for themselves. And instead of focusing on the end result, parents could praise the child\u2019s efforts to boost their confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Young children also are likely to emulate their parents. If they see their mother reading a book every evening, they are more likely to adopt that valuable habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are multiple strategies you can use to help a child to become a self-learner, such as giving them some space, starting a journal, asking \u201cwhat\u2019s new,\u201d seeking vocabulary clues and focusing on the effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Give Them Space<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow children to do their homework in the same room with you but not necessarily right beside you. Otherwise, they will constantly be looking to you for validation that they are doing something correctly. Give them the space to try on their own before you review their work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Start a Journal<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can encourage children of all ages to read literature and to keep a journal with new words they learn. You could also suggest that they tackle a more difficult science project, and when it\u2019s over, ask what they learned from it and how they would take it a step further if they did the same project again. That could be another valuable entry in their journal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ask What\u2019s New<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a child studying math, draw their attention to examples and explanations that introduce a new topic or variation and require extra attention. Ask, \u201cWhat\u2019s new or different from what you were just learning?\u201d You may also want to ask your child to explain the problem to you. Often that can help them recognize mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seek Vocabulary Clues<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a child is struggling with a reading passage, suggest that they reread the exercise or instructions. You may want to refer them to earlier examples or vocabulary, if applicable. Then, ask them to reread the passage out loud. Help them to infer the meaning of a difficult word by looking at the root word, the context or by using the dictionary. Another helpful hint is to have students connect to any illustrations on the page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Focus on the Effort<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your child doesn\u2019t get the correct answer right away, praise their effort to encourage them. Avoid explaining the solution too quickly, however, as it could deter them from trying again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For something that sparks the brain differently, you could recommend the child try their hand at cooking by following a recipe or watching a video. Older children may also enjoy trying to do puzzles, like crossword or Sudoku; a competitive child may enjoy trying to beat their fastest completion time (or their parent\u2019s).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benefits\"><strong>Benefits of Independent Learning<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many benefits of being an independent self-learner, chief among them that self-learners tend to perform extremely well academically. That may be because they can teach themselves material that puts them ahead of their classmates, but it also may stem from the fact that they genuinely enjoy learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Self-learners are confident, self-aware and self-motivated. They recognize their own strengths and how to leverage them; they know their weaknesses and how to overcome them. They know what type of learning style works best for them and they can use those strategies to keep moving forward. For instance, a student who is a reading\/writing preference learner would know that to better absorb the information from a lecture, they should take notes and read over them later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because they understand what learning strategies work best for them, being motivated to learn more and able to teach themselves, children who master self-learning will have a lifelong advantage over their classmates and colleagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parents can set their children on the right path by giving them the tools and encouragement they need to become independent self-learners. Enroll them today in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/locations\" aria-label=\"learning center that encourages self-learning\">learning center that encourages self-learning<\/a>, and reinforce what they\u2019re learning in that environment at home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\nYou may have heard Kumon develops independent self-learners. But do you know what we mean when we talk about self-learning? 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