Table 1 Learning log prompts, development of prompts, and their association with self-regulation, self-direction, and online learning self-efficacy
Learning Log Prompt | Modules | Literature Used to Inform Development of Prompts | Associated Dependent Variables |
|---|---|---|---|
After reviewing the contents of this module, enter 3 to 5 learning goals for this module. | 1, 2, 3, 4 | • Barnard-Brak et al., 2010; Williamson, 2007; Zimmerman & Kulikowich, 2016 | • Self-regulation (goal setting); Self-direction (awareness); Self-efficacy (online learning) |
Identify the resources (i.e., Online Writing Lab, Library, Internet, etc.) you will need to accomplish your goals during this module. | 1, 2, 3, 4 | • Barnard-Brak et al., 2010; Williamson, 2007; Zimmerman & Kulikowich, 2016 | • Self-regulation (help-seeking); Self-direction (learning strategies, interpersonal skills); Self-efficacy (online learning) |
How many hours during this module, do you plan to dedicate to achieving your goals? | 1, 2, 3, 4 | • Self-regulation (time management) • Self-efficacy (time management) | |
Which days of the week do you plan to work on your goals during this module? | 1, 2, 3, 4 | • Self-regulation (time management) • Self-efficacy (time management) | |
Where do you plan to do your classwork during this module (i.e., Library, home office, dining room, etc.)? | 1, 2, 3, 4 | • Barnard-Brak et al., 2010 | • Self-regulation (environment structuring) |
List each graded item due in this module and indicate the grade you hope to achieve on each item. | 1, 2, 3, 4 | • Barnard-Brak et al., 2010 | • Self-regulation (goal setting) |
Revisit your goals from the previous module and enter them below. For each goal, indicate whether or not you achieved it.  a. If you achieved it, discuss the resources you used to help you achieve the goal, the days/hours you spent on the goal, the location where you completed the work towards the goal, and whether or not you earned the grade you had hoped for.  b. If you did not achieve it or earned the grade, you had hoped for, discuss the reasons why you were not able to achieve the goal and what you will do differently in the next module to help you achieve your goals and earn the desired grades. | 2, 3, 4 | • Barnard-Brak et al., 2010; Williamson, 2007; Zimmerman & Kulikowich, 2016 | • Self-regulation (task strategies, self-evaluation); Self-direction (awareness, evaluation); Self-efficacy (online learning, time management, technology use) |