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Level of Learning

Answer the questions below.

1. Looking back at Table 4.3, at what level are you currently working? What level of learning do you think is
needed to successfully finish this course?

2. Do you find you are at a different level depending on the subject you are studying? If so, describe.

Ken’s Level of Learning

Ken sees himself on different levels, depending on the subject matter. For algebra,
he’s really at the level of information. He’s just getting used to the vocabulary
of algebra and how to use it to solve simple problems. But in the area of
management, he is working at Level 3. He is able to solve new problems
at work at the plant, based on what he has learned from prior experience.

One of our goals for you in this course is to help you raise your learning by at least one level.
What would this mean? For example, after this course, Ken will find himself able to move
from Level 1 in algebra to Level 2, where he not only understands the facts, but is also able
to solve simple equations. At Level 3, he would be able to use algebra to solve real-world
problems. As you can see from this example, one of the essential purposes of learning is to
be able to transfer knowledge to new situations and problems. One important way you can
do that is to organize the way you learn. This can be accomplished by applying the Learning
Process Methodology.

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