SDL - Fact or Fiction?Online version Can you pick out the top myths about Self-Directed Learning? by Arielle Griffin 1 Myths 2 Truths SDL is an all-or-nothing concept Self-direction implies learning in isolation SDL is the best approach for adults SDL is limited primarily to white, middle-class adults SDL is not worth the time required to make it work SDL activities are limited primarily to reading and writing Facilitating self-direction is an easy way out for teachers SDL is limited primarily to those settings where freedom and democracy prevail Self-direction is just another adult education fad SDL will erode the quality of institutional programs Aspiring to gain knowledge or develop skill is a key goal that motivates SDL learners SDL can be emancipatory SDL can inspire transformational learning SDL can be thought of as a personal attribute, not just a process Voluntary SDL occurs when you learn something that helps you achieve a goal Upwards of 90% of adults are engaged in an informal learning project SDL is more than mere "self-study" SDL readiness is a strong factor in predicting preferences for online learning Effective SDL learners have a sense of responsibility for their learning goals Building skill in SDL allows us to foster SDL in others
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