Dr. Meghan Brahm, Assistant Professor, Southern Connecticut State University
Title: Supporting Self-Management and Academic Engagement in Graduate Level Behavior Analytic Course Work
Abstract
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Given the increase in online psychology programs, the need to support student’s proficiency in self-managed academic behaviors continues to grow. Self-regulated learning strategies and academic self-efficacy have been studied in relation to both traditional and online learning. Research has shown factors such as metacognition, effort regulation, critical thinking, and academic self-discipline to be related to academic success. However, there remains a gap in understanding the discrete behaviors and operations which predict online success. Additionally, there remains a difficulty in supporting students who lack these skills and related motivation through online course completion. This presentation will discuss the use of electronic self-management methods applied to observable and measurable academic behaviors. Discussion will offer a framework for the use of student lead self-management tools specific to graduate level applied behavior analysis courses.Learning objectives:
1. Identify discrete behaviors predictive of academic success.
2. Describe barriers to academic success in virtual environments.
3. Describe how self-management strategies may impact student’s academic behavior.