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Self-Directed Learning Resources

This guide provides a brief overview of resources and tools that can be used in the process of self-directed learning in many situations, including CBLs and PBLs.

Scenario

After PBL day 1, a student researches a question on the genetic mutation leading to the Philadelphia Chromosome and how a tyrosine kinase inhibitor can treat malignancies associated with this mutation.

Discussion Questions

What is your process for approaching self-directed learning? Where do you start - Google, ChatGPT, a library resource...? What is most intuitive for you?

How do you measure your progress when engaging in self-directed learning?

Think about aspects of the Information Evaluation Checklist. Choose one and tell us why it is easy/difficult to approach through your process. How could learning a new approach help you?

  • Authority
  • Evidence
  • Currency
  • Audience
  • Relevance