Goal Achievement Through Self-Directed Learning and Self-Regulation in Young Adulthood

Author

Henry Murray, Regis University

First Advisor

Upton, Gary

College

College for Professional Studies

Degree Name

Master of Education

School

School of Education and Counseling

Document Type

Thesis - Open Access

Comments

Education

Number of Pages

98 pages

Abstract

The purposes of this research project were to: (a) explore the processes of self-directed learning and self-regulation throughout young adulthood, and (b) determine how young adults apply the concepts and principles of self-directed learning and self-regulation in goal setting and goal achievement. The researcher reviewed six major adult learning concepts and constructs, including self-directed learning and self-directedness, self-regulation and self-regulated learning, experiential learning, dialogue learning, critical reflection, and transformational learning, in order to better understand the autonomous and self-directed learning processes that adults engage in on a daily basis. A PowerPoint presentation with a practical goal setting and goal achievement framework was designed to help young adults (i.e., ages 18-28 years old) to increase their selfdirectedness and their ability to self-regulate their life activities. An increase in self-direction and self-regulation will influence adult learners' learning direction and outcomes, as well as, foster their autonomy, empowerment and enlightenment. The PowerPoint presentation focuses on young adults in the following categories: (a) learners seeking more self-direction, (b) learners seeking upward mobility in their careers, and (c) learners seeking more autonomy and empowerment.

Date of Award

Spring 2010

Location (Creation)

Colorado (state); Denver (county); Denver (inhabited place)

Copyright

© Henry Murray

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Recommended Citation

Murray, Henry, "Goal Achievement Through Self-Directed Learning and Self-Regulation in Young Adulthood" (2010). Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection). 54.
https://epublications.regis.edu/theses/54