Intentional Learning Analysis

After reading Intentional learning for college success, the term learn is defined as the continuous process of obtaining information and building upon what has previously been discovered through the use of various strategies. My views of learning have not changed significantly; however, I have a better understanding of the learning process. I have also come to understand that it takes a mindful and dedicated person to be an intentional learner who will apply him or herself in every way possible. After five weeks of class I have grown to be a smarter learner.

One of the ways I have become an intentional learner is by identifying my learning patterns through the Learning Connections Inventory (LCI) and understanding how those patterns play a role in my academic and professional life. My LCI scores include:

As I stated in my previous assignments, I am an unintentional procrastinator. I feel failure so much that I tend to put off assignments until the last minute and turn them in late. I should have used the concept of FITing in my Learning Patters to ensure my success by having a better understanding of the concept. I must admit the first time I read the chapter on FITing I did not fully understand it. Though, it was not until the second time I read the chapter that I had a better understanding.

In conclusion, these past few weeks have been both rewarding and challenging. The one aspect I have enjoyed about this class is gaining new knowledge and expanding on what I already knew. The most difficult aspect was not being in a physical classroom with my peers and professors. My expectations of online learning included getting a quality education and a challenge. My expectations were not met because I have only been a part of the Ashford online community for five weeks. However, I am very hopeful this will change as I continue on this