23 Things #2

I like the articulate powered presentation tool used to present the Seven and 1/2 Habits of Highly Successful Lifelong Learners by which PCLMC's training specialist Lori Reed introduced pointers from lifelong learners. So I how well do I 'nurture {my} own learning process'?

1. My learning goals are very open-ended.
I want to learn everything I can about working in libraries so that when I have finished supervising the boys' homeschooling I might become employed in a library.
I want to learn about these wonderful technologies to find ways to simplify the collaborative processes in volunteering for ABA, and to enhance interactive relations with library patrons.
Other learning goals: non-violent communication, Auslan, other languages - have to wait.
2. I have always taken responsibility for my own learning. I'm also encouraging the boys to do the same.
3. I view problems as challenges or opportunities to learn.
4. I generally think of myself as a competent learner.
5. My toolkit grows: huge library of books; I avoid expenditure on technology until I am certain it will be an investment; I take classes as necessary; I discuss what I want to learn from my friends and acquaintances (mentors); have ready access to the internet.
6. I do use the internet and tutorials as a primary how-to resource.
7. When opportunities arise, I teach what I've learned to others.
7.5. Play - I play with what I learn - though I am frugal with my time and $$$.

Easiest habit? Take responsibility for my own learning.
Hardest habit? Playing with what I learn - I'm a little serious.