How does lifelong learning support my Education Studies degree?

1. Learning agility

1.1. Gibbs model of reflection

1.2. Happy to experience new and exciting things and the willingness to learn and experience.

1.2.1. E.g. I used Gibbs model of reflection to develop my time management skills. The model of reflection allowed me to see what support I need in place to develop my skills.

1.3. Able mindset and the ability to cope under pressure

1.4. Being able to understand how I learn will support me to move forward in my studies

2. Moving forward

2.1. Resilience. Learning from a situation and bouncing back.

2.2. Internal locus of control. Understanding that my results are a direct impact of my effort put into a task.

3. Reflection is linked to the four areas above. Reflection is important for holistic development. Being reflective means I will be open to learning, engaged and wanting to improve own self. (Hargreaves. J, Et. al, 2013, p.8)

4. Everything I have discussed above is important to include in my life to ensure I work my best. I believe all of the areas above are interlinked and have a domino effect when neglected. This has been seen in the past in my college work. I neglected my physical self which resulted in me losing motivation, focus, positivity. Therefore I wasn't moving forward in situations.

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5. Experiences

5.1. Reflexivity will ensure open minded and flexible learning. Reflexivity ensures holistic learning and the ability to see the perspective of others.

5.2. Applying new knowledge to my studies.

6. Healthy body

6.1. I have implemented a number of strategies to increase physical activity. This has resulted in me being able to concentrate for longer and more motivation to study.

6.2. Exercise elevates mood and self esteem as feel good hormones are released when you sweat.

6.3. Pain decreases and sleep improves. Which will help with cognitive functions.

7. Critical thinking is the ability to look at the whole picture using evidence and research to make an informed decision. (Haber. J 2020 p.15-16, p.103-105) Critical thinking is a skill interlinked to the four areas above.