W8 A3

Assignment #3: Applying Self-Regulated Learning

Relying on information learned and read in this course and at least two (2) outside references, write a three to five (3-5) page report that reflects on how to incorporate self-regulated learning as a motivational approach and answers the following:

1.     Describe one (1) topic that you are currently attempting to learn. Explore your motivation for learning about the chosen topic.

2.     Describe each phase of the self-regulated learning (SRL) approach to learning.

3.     Describe two (2) benefits and two (2) challenges that may be associated with self-regulated learning.

4.     Apply self-regulated learning to the topic you want to learn. Outline a strategy to apply self-regulated learning to improve this learning situation. Include the main activities that you would use in each phase (i.e., forethought, performance, and self-reflection). Note: Refer to Table 9.3 on page 330 of the textbook for further clarification.

The format of the report is to be as follows:

·        Typed, double spaced, Times New Roman font (size 12), one inch margins on all sides, APA format.

·        Use headers for each of the subjects being covered, followed by your response.

·        In addition to the three to five (3-5) pages required, a title page is to be included. The title page is to contain the title of the assignment, your name, the instructor’s name, the course title, and the date.

Note:  You will be graded on the quality of your answers, the logic/organization of the report, your language skills, and your writing skills.

Outcomes Assessed:

·        Analyze the basic principles of learning theories.

·        Analyze the biological bases of learning and memory

·        Explain the roles of motivation and self-regulation in the learning process

·        Use technology and information resources to research issues in learning theory.

 

Points: 200

Assignment 3: Applying Self-Regulated Learning

Criteria Unacceptable

Below 70% F Fair

70-79% C Proficient

80-89% B Exemplary

90-100% A 1.  Describe one (1) topic that you are currently attempting to learn.  Explore your motivation for learning about the chosen topic.

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Exceeds number of required references; all references high quality choices. 6. Writing Mechanics, Grammar, and Formatting

Weight: 5%

Serious and persistent errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, or formatting.

Partially free of errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, or formatting.

Mostly free of errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, or formatting.

Error free or almost error free grammar, spelling, punctuation, or formatting. 7. Appropriate use of APA in-text citations and reference section

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Lack of in-text citations and / or lack of reference section.

In-text citations and references are provided, but they are only partially formatted correctly in APA style.

Most in-text citations and references are provided, and they are generally formatted correctly in APA style.

In-text citations and references are error free or almost error free and consistently formatted correctly in APA style. 8. Information Literacy / Integration of Sources

Weight: 5%

Serious errors in the integration of sources, such as intentional or accidental plagiarism, or failure to use in-text citations.

Sources are partially integrated using effective techniques of quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

Sources are mostly integrated using effective techniques of quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

Sources are consistently integrated using effective techniques of quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing. 9. Clarity and Coherence of Writing

Weight: 5%

Information is confusing to the reader and fails to include reasons and evidence that logically support ideas.

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Information is provided in a clear, coherent, and consistent manner with reasons and evidence that logically support ideas.