Lesson 4: The 7 1/2 Habits of Lifelong Learners
Welcome! Learning is something we do our whole lives. Lifelong learning means that we, as adults, are still learning new skills in our communities every day. For many people, the internet can be a scary and strange place to explore on their own.
What Can the Internet Do for You?
We have developed the activities in Learn 2.0 to help you understand how the internet, or world wide web, can enrich our daily lives.
In this activity, you will get helpful advice from other lifelong learners. As we begin, let's review a few habits that may help you on your journey towards lifelong learning.
The 7 1/2 Habits Exercise
Plug headphones or speakers into your computer and have a pen and paper ready to take notes. As you watch and listen to the video below, write down the habit among the 7 1/2 that you find easiest for you, as well as the habit you find the most difficult.
You will use the blog you will create in lesson six to post your thoughts about lifelong learning. Click the picture below to get started, then return to Learn 2.0 for your next exercise.
What Can the Internet Do for You?
We have developed the activities in Learn 2.0 to help you understand how the internet, or world wide web, can enrich our daily lives.
In this activity, you will get helpful advice from other lifelong learners. As we begin, let's review a few habits that may help you on your journey towards lifelong learning.
The 7 1/2 Habits Exercise
Plug headphones or speakers into your computer and have a pen and paper ready to take notes. As you watch and listen to the video below, write down the habit among the 7 1/2 that you find easiest for you, as well as the habit you find the most difficult.
You will use the blog you will create in lesson six to post your thoughts about lifelong learning. Click the picture below to get started, then return to Learn 2.0 for your next exercise.
Note: This activity is for listening only. You do not need to download any attachments.
Nice work! Send us an email at adult.learning@gmail.com to let us know you completed Activity 4. Also, don't forget to fill out the form at the bottom of the page to be able to enter the monthly draw. Now that you know these 7 1/2 Habits, you are ready to move to the next lesson and create your own blog with Blogger.
