Lincoln as Learner: Self-Directed Learning Flashcards

This set of vocabulary flashcards covers key concepts and models related to self-directed learning as applied to the life and biography of Abraham Lincoln.

Self-Directed Learning (SDL)

A process where individuals demonstrate a high level of self-directedness in learning in order to solve problems they face throughout their life.

Person Process Context (PPC) Model

A model proposed by Hiemstra and Brockett (2012) that emphasizes the importance of the social context in SDL and evolved from the Personal Responsibility Orientation model.

Person (PPC Element)

Characteristics of the individual, such as psychological factors, life experience, motivation, resilience, and attitude toward learning.

Process (PPC Element)

The actual teaching and learning interaction, including learning skills and styles as well as planning, organizing, and evaluating abilities.

Context (PPC Element)

The environmental and sociopolitical climate, which includes culture, class, power, physical learning environment, and political milieu.

Single-minded pursuit

One of the 10 characteristics of successful self-directed learners identified by Gibbons et al. (1980) and demonstrated by Lincoln’s resolve to preserve the Union.

Developmental readiness

A fundamental requirement identified by Owenby (1996) for self-directed learning to take place within an individual.

Team of rivals

Lincoln’s ingenious strategy for his Cabinet, which demonstrated his ability to find creative ways to solve problems as a learner and leader.

Reading aloud

A specific learning strategy used by Lincoln to listen to how words sounded before giving a speech or preparing law briefs.

Almanac of 1857

The resource Lincoln used to scientifically prove that the moon was not high in the sky during the William "Duff" Armstrong murder trial.