Online Resources for Successful Intentional Learning

Brain Fitness
Brain Builder: http://www.rmlearning.com/braindetails.html Brain Fitness Pro: http://mindsparkebrainfitnesspro.com/alzheimers-dementia-science-brain-fitness.htm
Brain Metrix: http://www.brainmetrix.com/
Lumosity: http://www.lumosity.com
Mind Tools: http://www.psychwww.com/mtsite/index.html
Creativity or Creative Thinking
Creativity Tools: http://www.mindtools.com/pages/main/newMN_CT.htm
Introduction to Creative Thinking: http://www.virtualsalt.com/crebook1.htm
Free Creative Thinking Tools: http://www.innovationtools.com/Articles/ArticleDetails.asp?a=155
Creative Thinking Techniques: http://www.virtualsalt.com/crebook2.htm
Creativity Techniques: http://www.mycoted.com/creativity/techniques/index.php
Creative Thinking: http://www.managementhelp.org/crt_inov/creative/creative.htm#anchor892159
Optimism and Creativity: http://www.ncf.carleton.ca/~an588/create.html#Target001
Creative Thinking: http://www.asa3.org/ASA/education/think/creative.htm
Critical and Creative Thinking: http://eduscapes.com/tap/topic69.htm
Critical Thinking
Thinking Critically: http://www.studygs.net/crtthk.htm
The Revolutionary Nature of Parallel Thinking (Six Thinking Hats) http://www.debonogroup.com/parallel_thinking.htm
Thinking Critically: http://www.coun.uvic.ca/learn/crit.html
Critical Thinking - What it is and why it counts: http://www.insightassessment.com/pdf_files/what&why2006.pdf
Talking Critical Thinking: http://66.132.144.88/pdf_files/Talking%20Critical%20Thinking.pdf
Thinking Critically about World Wide Web Resources: http://www.library.ucla.edu/libraries/college/help/critical/
Critical Thinking - Mini-Lessons: http://skepdic.com/refuge/ctlessons.html
Tools for Improving Your Critical Thinking: http://www.coping.org/write/percept/critical.htm
Knowledge Based Reasoning / Learning: http://www.cc.gatech.edu/classes/AY2003/cs8803b_fall/notes/lecture23.pdf
A Practical Course in Critical Thinking: http://www.nataec.org/documents/articles/critical_thinking.html
Links for Critical Thinking: http://www.facit.cmich.edu/instructional-development/links/critical-thinking.htm
Techniques for Critical Thinking: http://members.optusnet.com.au/~charles57/Creative/Techniques/
Critical Thinking Skills: http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/envrnmnt/drugfree/sa3crit.htm
Developing Thinking Skills: http://www.amsc.belvoir.army.mil/roy.html
Critical Inquiry: http://www.accd.edu/pac/humaniti/colby/CIT-page.htm
Critical Thinking: http://www.canberra.edu.au/studyskills/learning/crithink.html
Critical Thinking Strategies: http://kycreative.mis.net/creativity.htm
Critical Thinking: Overview: http://chiron.valdosta.edu/whuitt/col/cogsys/critthnk.html
Goal-Setting
Goal-Setting - 20 Minute Tutorial: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/Jones16.html
Mind Tools - Personal Goal Setting: http://www.mindtools.com/page6.html
Goal Setting: http://webnz.co.nz/checkers/GoalSetting.html
Goal Setting Skills Guide: http://www.timethoughts.com/timemanagement.htm
Setting Goals: http://www.smc.qld.edu.au/goals.htm
Setting Goals: http://www.tipsongoalsetting.com/
Goal-Setting School: http://www.goal-setting-guide.com/school.html
Goal Setting: http://www.topachievement.com/goalsetting.html
Goal Setting Tutorial: http://www.topachievement.com/tutorial/
Goal Setting Strategies: http://www.proactive-coach.com/motivational/goal-setting.htm
Goal Setting: http://humanresources.about.com/od/goalsetting/index.htm?terms=%22goal+setting%22
Goal Setting for Everyone: http://www.mygoals.com/
Goal Setting Information: http://www.selfgrowth.com/goal.html
About Goal Setting: http://www.about-goal-setting.com/
Goal Setting is Only the First Step: http://sbinfocanada.about.com/cs/management/qt/goalsetting.htm
Holistic Thinking
Thinking Curriculum: http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/content/cntareas/science/sc4think.htm
Systems Thinking: http://www.thinking.net/
System Thinking: http://www.ed.psu.edu/insys/ESD/systems/thinking/SysThink.htm
System Dynamics: http://www.systemdynamics.org/
The Art of Thinking: http://natureinstitute.org/txt/ch/thinking.htm
Strategic Thinking: http://www.vcn.bc.ca/citizens-handbook/strategicthinking.html
System Thinking: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Systems_thinking
Strategic Thinking: http://www.au.af.mil/au/awc/awcgate/ndu/strat-ldr-dm/pt2ch9.html
Visual Thinking: http://www.idonresources.com/ct/visualthinking.html
Inquiry
Inquiry-based Learning: http://www.thirteen.org/edonline/concept2class/inquiry/
Inquiry-based Learning: http://ozpk.tripod.com/0inquiry
Ten Steps to Inquiry-based Learning: http://www.worksheetlibrary.com/teachingtips/inquirybasedlearningtips.html/
Motivation Skills
Increasing Motivation: http://www.coun.uvic.ca/learn/motivate.html
Motivation: http://webnz.co.nz/checkers/Motivation.html
Managing Your Work: http://distancelearn.about.com/od/managingyourwork/
Motivating Yourself: http://www.studygs.net/motivation.htm
Student Motivation: http://www.tss.uoguelph.ca/onlineres/student_motivation.htm
Will and Motivation: http://www.howtostudy.org/resources/wmot/index.htm
Self-Determination Theory - Self-Assessment: http://www.psych.rochester.edu/SDT/measures/index.html
Motivation to Learn: http://www.apa.org/ed/lcp.html#Motivational%20Factors
Student Motivation: http://www.aea267.k12.ia.us/cia/motivation/motivation.html
The Impact of Stress on Learning: http://www.trainingplace.com/source/stress.html
Problem Solving
Mind Tools - Problem-Solving Techniques: http://www.mindtools.com/pages/main/newMN_TMC.htm
A Model for Case Analysis and Problem Solving: http://web.cba.neu.edu/~ewertheim/introd/cases.htm
Introduction to Problem Solving: http://www.virtualsalt.com/crebook3.htm
Learning to Learn: http://www.usyd.edu.au/stuserv/documents/learning_centre/learn.pdf
Mind Tools - Simplex: A Powerful Integrated Problem Solving Process: http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newCT_10.htm
Problem Solving: http://www.vta.spcomm.uiuc.edu/PSG/psgl4-ov.html
Creative Problem Solving: http://www.vta.spcomm.uiuc.edu/PSG/psgl4-ov.html
Solving Math Word Problems: http://www.how-to-study.com/Solving%20Math%20Word%20Problems.htm
Model for Case Analysis and Problem Solving: http://web.cba.neu.edu/~ewertheim/introd/cases.htm
Problem Solving Strategies: http://math.about.com/library/weekly/aa041503a.htm?terms=problem+solving
Reading Comprehension
Reading Critically: http://www.studygs.net/crtread.htm
Reading Difficult Material: http://www.studygs.net/texred1.htm
How to Improve Reading Comprehension: http://www.marin.cc.ca.us/~don/Study/7read.html
Reading Comprehension: http://www.how-to-study.com/Reading%20Comprehension.htm
How to Improve Reading Comprehension: http://marin.cc.ca.us/%7Edon/Study/7read.html
Reading and Remembering: http://www.canberra.edu.au/studyskills/learning/reading.html
Reading: http://gradschool.about.com/cs/reading/a/read.htm
Reflection
Brain Reflection Test: http://www.brainmetrix.com/reflex.htm Reflective Practice: http://www.lovehealth.org/tools/teachers.htm
Reflective Thinking: http://www.higp.hawaii.edu/kaams/resource/reflection.htm Student's Reflectons on Online Reflective Writing: http://www.aacu.org/meetings/annualmeeting/AM09/documents/StudentReflectionsonReflectiveWriting.pdf
Self-Assessment
Self-Assessment Resources: http://www.rileyguide.com/assess.html
Self-Assessment Questionnaire: http://as01.ucis.dal.ca/hrd/hrd_2689.html
Self-Directed Learning
Techniques, Tools and Resources for the Self-Directed Learner: http://www-distance.syr.edu/sdltools.html
Self-Directed Learning: http://adulted.about.com/cs/selfstudy/a/self_study_plan.htm
Unleashing the Power of Self-Directed Learning: http://www.eiconsortium.org/research/self-directed_learning.htm
Developing Self-Directed Learners: http://www.nwrel.org/planning/reports/self-direct/
Self-Directed Learning: http://adulted.about.com/cs/selfstudy/a/SDL_arcand.htm
Self-Directed Learning: http://www.ericdigests.org/2002-3/self.htm
Self-Directed Learning: http://www.learnntc.com/tools/SelfAssessment/SelfDirectedLearning/SelfDirectedLearning.cfm
Study Skills
Study Skills: http://www.distancelearn.about.com/od/studyskills/
Study Skills Inventory: http://www.ucc.vt.edu/studyskills/aassaform.htm
Study Skills: http://www.ucc.vt.edu/stdysk/stdyhlp.html
Study Strategies: http://www.d.umn.edu/student/loon/acad/strat/
Effective Habits for Effective Studies: http://www.studygs.net/attmot4.htm
How to Study: http://www.howtostudy.org/resources.htm#How%20to%20Study
Planning Study Time: http://www.coun.uvic.ca/learn/program/hndouts/plan_ho.html
Study Skills: http://www.santarosa.edu/~dpeterso/permanenthtml/study_skills.htm
Time Management Guides
Time Charts Time Management: http://www.timethoughts.com/timemanagement/time-charts.htm
Time Management Strategies: http://www.ucc.vt.edu/lynch/TimeManagement.htm
Time Management Sites: http://www.howtostudy.org/resources/time/index.htm
Time Management: http://www.studygs.net/timman.htm
Mind Tools - Time Management: http://www.mindtools.com/pages/main/newMN_HTE.htm
How to Manage Time and Set Priorities: http://www.marin.cc.ca.us/~don/Study/5time.html
Visualization
How to Use Visualization to Expand Your Mind's Power http://www.creativity-portal.com/bc/other/visualization.html
Visual Literacy Activities http://www.museumca.org/picturethis/visual.html
How do you Improve Visualization Skills http://www.braillechess.net/rreid.html
Visualization Literacy Exercise http://www.csuohio.edu/history/exercise/vlehome.html
Visual Literacy Collection http://www.ivla.org/resources.htm
Writing Skills
Writing Basics: http://www.studygs.net/wrtstr1.htm
Writing Essays and Reports: http://www.coun.uvic.ca/learn/essay.html
Writing Lab Reports: http://www.studygs.net/labreports.htm
Mind Tools - Writing Skills: http://www.mindtools.com/CommSkll/WritingSkills.htm
How to Improve Your Writing: http://www.coping.org/write/compos/content.htm
Ten Steps to a Good Research Paper: http://www.how-to-study.com/Index%20Cards%20Research%20Papers.htm
Writing Techniques: http://www.how-to-study.com/Writing%20Techniques.htm
Miscellaneous Resources
Successful Distance Learning http://de.lbcc.edu/sideroad/index.html
On Course Resources http://college.hmco.com/collegesurvival/downing/on_course/4e/students/index.html
On Course Workshops http://www.oncourseworkshop.com/
Online Resources: http://home.gwu.edu/%7Erwatkins/webpage/studentresources.htm
Studies Guides and Strategies: http://www.studygs.net
Mind Tools: http://www.mindtools.com/
Understanding Adult Learning: http://adulted.about.com/od/adultlearning/
College Success Factors: http://www.csfi-wadsworth.com/ad_factormenu.htm
Tools for Communication: http://www.coping.org/dialogue/content.htm
Academic Skills Center: http://www.sas.calpoly.edu/asc/ssl.html
Sites to Promote Academic Success: http://www.uni.edu/walsh/linda7.html
Learning Independently: http://www.canberra.edu.au/studyskills/learning/indlearning.html
Learner-Centered Psychological Principles: http://www.apa.org/ed/lcp.html
How to Improve Learning Skills: http://braindance.com/bdilearn.htm
Ten Top Tips for Academic Success: http://www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning/tentt.html
Making Knowledge Useful: http://www2.nea.org/he/advo02/advo1002/feature.html
Non-Verbal Communication Issues: http://www.coping.org/dialogue/nonverbal.htm
Public Speaking - Free Online Tutorial: http://www.getahead-direct.com/gw-public-speaking.htm
Strategies to Succeed in Public Speaking: http://www.school-for-champions.com/speaking.htm
Sites to Promote Academic Success: http://www.uni.edu/walsh/linda7.html
Effective Listening Skills http://hinduwebsite.com/selfdevt/listening.htm
Active Listening Skills http://www.mindtools.com/CommSkll/ActiveListening.htm

Self-Assessment Inventories for Online Learning

http://www.onlinelearning.net/ole/holwselfassess.html?s=922.g080t453d.008h304x40
http://www.cod.edu/dept/CIL/CIL_Surv.htm
http://cdl.senecac.on.ca/Prospective/SelfAssessment
http://www.distance.pcc.edu/orientation/mod1/mod1_quiz.cfm
http://www.midlandstech.com/distance/orientation/mod1/mod1_quiz.html
http://ccd.rightchoice.org/onlineorientation/mod3/mod3_quiz.html

Other Skills for Successful Learning

.Ensure easy access and usability of necessary computers, software, and other technology
.Be comfortable with computers, typing, and word processing
.Be able to use an internet browser, email, and relevant communication software
.Like to read and write and have good comprehension skills
.Be able to download and upload software
.Use good research skills and communication skills, especially on the Internet using a search browser and email.
.Be able to schedule and manage time -
.Be curious, ask questions, and do not ignore potential problems
.Be willing to make time available for learning

Autonomy

.Like to work and think independently
.Take the initiative and responsibility for one's own learning.
.Be bold and take risks to accomplish increasingly difficult challenges.
.Be flexible and ready to manage change.
.Set schedules and organize and manage tasks to accomplish goals efficiently.
.Reflect and then discuss what's learned with others.
.Listen to feedback and gather relevant information to make informed decisions.
.Have back up plans to manage contigencies.

Motivation

.Recognize that academic success is a result of high standards and one's deep-seated desire and ability to work hard.
.Learn to be competitive with oneself and not be satisfied with mediocrity.
.Feel great joy and fulfillment in attaining goals.
.Eagerly set priorities, persist, and achieve goals that support personal values, challenge capabilities, and promote benefits.
.Work with a learning community (including instructors, peers, and mentors) and use support resources when necessary.
.Manage stress, face difficulties with patience and endurance, and learn from mistakes.
.Get adequate exercise and sleep.

Self-Directed Strategic Learning

.Set realistic short-term goals to plan and accomplish long-term goals.
.Acquire sufficient information to plan schedules, manage time, manage expected outcomes, and achieve goals.
.Create a suitable learning environment that eliminates noise, distractions, and discomfort.
.Demonstrate learning efficacy and use effective study skills to achieve academic success.
.Make time to self-assess and monitor progress honestly and comprehensively.
.Use discipline, responsibility, curiosity, imagination, and visualization to guide effort.
.Develop effective writing, reading, listening, higher-order thinking, non-verbal, and learning technology skills.
.Use abstraction and persistence to find solutions when others want to give up.
.Communicate (written, oral, visual, listening, reading, non verbally) eloquently in diverse settings
.Explore, use, and reflect upon a wide variety of subjects
.Interpret, evaluate, and solve problems in complex systems
.Be ambitious and self-competitive
.Set high expectations and achieve high standards

Successful Learning

Teaching does not necessarily result in learning. We know students differ in learning styles and history, motivation, and personal circumstances. How can colleges and universities ensure that learning is successful? Part of the answer is to identify the barriers to student success, which may range from the time a class meets to the way material is presented. Institutions are experimenting with alternatives designed to enhance successful learning, such as flexible learning, blended learning, online access to programs and resources, and self-assessment tools. Many are also reexamining the fundamental question of what it means to be educated in the 21st century and restructuring programs to meet future needs.
Questions the EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative (ELI) explores include:
What variables must be addressed to ensure successful learning?
What are student expectations and needs? How can institutions tailor programs and services to meet those needs and expectations?
How can technology be used to increase the flexibility of learning opportunities? Which technologies improve access to higher education? Which technologies are most cost-effective?
How do we know when learning has been successful? How should institutions measure learning effectiveness? How can individuals track their own learning success?
What skills, competencies, and attitudes are important to learners as they prepare for life and work?