Assessing the capacity for success in distance learning in Malaysia

• Published in: Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences
• Main Author: Ng S.F.; Confessore G.J.
• Format: Conference paper
• Language: English
• Published: 2011
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84858766923&doi=10.1016%2fj.sbspro.2011.03.362&partnerID=40&md5=943dd64c47dd9c07f63cffe0f6c773fe

The literature points to the need for learners who are autonomous and self-regulating. However, learning styles, perception towards learning environment, computer technology experiences and English language proficiency are diverse and may influence behavioral intentions in learning processes. This study examined the extent to which these variables correlate to learner autonomy, which is a construct of behavioral intentions to learn. A stratified structured sample of 249 responses from adult distance learners at three Malaysian universities was analysed. Pearson's correlation analysis found significant correlations of learning styles, perceived learning environment, computer technology experience and English language proficiency to learner autonomy profile scores. © 2011 Published by Elsevier Ltd.