Expert, independence learning traits | Centre for Creative Quality Improvement

To collaborate in this wiki, simply:

1. review the specific attitudes and skills listed below
2. add in any you feel are missing; keeping each addition specific to just one trait
3. add an A for attitude or an S for skill at the end of each entry.

Thank you!

Expert, independent learners have the ability to:

• use curiosity to drive learning between lessons (A)
• find a keen interest in all aspects of their subject (A)
• take risks without fear of failure or recrimination (A)
• keep going when they want to stop (A)

• manage their own learning – organised (S)
• use learning technologies (S)
• apply their learning (S)
• follow instructions (S)

• reflect on their own performance (S)
• analyse and evaluate others’ work (S)
• take notes (S)
• research (S)
• understand the wider context (A/S)
• read and interpret texts (S)
• be creative and solve problems (S)
• write for meaning and persuasion (S)
• use vocational terminology (S)
• use numeracy to manage work, add meaning and solve problems (S)

• work collaboratively (S)
• learn collaboratively (S)
• use discussion for learning (S)
• assess collaboratively (S)
• present ideas verbally (S)