Applying self-regulation models in online learning

Abstract

Self-regulation can be viewed as a process that can assist students in the learning task to improve learning achievement thus to become a lifelong learners through the ability to plan, monitor and evaluate own learning. Based on previous studies, self regulation learning strategy is usually applied in second language subjects, comprehension task, reading, spelling, Mathematics, and also writing. However, regulation in online learning is difficult to establish hence less studies were found exploring this area. The purpose of this paper is to underline the importance of self regulation in online learning. Self-regulation is found to be important in assisting students to develop their knowledge, skills and strategies and overcome learning difficulties in learning.