Eight Traits of an Independent Learner or

                                                           How to be  a Great Knowledge Seeker

For Teachers and Librarians
A Knowledge Seeker :

Eight Traits of an Independent Learner
 

 

  • An Independent Learner is curious about the world.                                                                          

is curious.  

What does it look, sound or feel like?

 

  • An Independent Learner is focused on his/her work. 
is focused. What does it look, sound or feel like?

  • An Independent Learner is responsible and respects others in the community of learners. 
is responsible. What does it look, sound or feel like?

  • An Independent Learner knows and uses many skills, strategies, resources, systems, and networks to help her/him find and use information effectively.
knows and uses many  information    skills and strategies.  What does it look, sound or feel like?

 

  • An Independent Learner uses information to solve problems. 
solves problems. What does it look, sound or feel like?

 

  • An Independent Learner collaborates with others, shares information in many ways, and gains knowledge as a result of the process. 
collaborates with others. What does it look, sound or feel like?

 

  • An independent learner knows when to seek assistance. 
seeks assistance. What does it look, sound or feel like?

  • An Independent Learner evaluates and reflects upon his/her work and knowledge.
evaluates and reflects.  What does it look, sound or feel like?

©  Carol J. Fox, 2001

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