Alfred CHAN* and Marcus WEE
Lifelong Education and Training,
School of Continuing and Lifelong Education (SCALE)
Wee, M. & Chan, A. (2024). The role of intra-personal competencies in sustaining success in continuous learning [Lightning talk]. In Higher Education Conference in Singapore (HECS) 2024, 3 December, National University of Singapore. https://blog.nus.edu.sg/hecs/hecs2024-achan-mwee/
SUB-THEME
Opportunities from Wellbeing
KEYWORDS
Awareness, motivation, intra-personal, insights, growth
CATEGORY
Lightning Talk
EXTENDED ABSTRACT
This research investigates the critical role of intra-personal skills—self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-motivation—in supporting continuous learning within today’s rapidly evolving technological and job market environments. The study hypothesises that these skills significantly enhance adaptability, goal-setting, and persistence in learning contexts.
Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research collects quantitative data through surveys of participants in continuous learning programs. These surveys measure intra-personal capabilities and their impact on learning outcomes. Additionally, qualitative insights from interviews and discussions provide a deeper understanding of how these skills are utilised in real-world learning scenarios.
The findings reveal that individuals with strong intra-personal skills are better equipped to adapt to new information, achieve learning goals, and maintain motivation despite challenges. The study emphasises the importance of mastering these competencies to effectively navigate dynamic environments and proposes practical strategies for cultivating them among learners in Continuing Education and Training (CET) programmes.
Ultimately, the enhancement of intra-personal skills empowers individuals to engage in lifelong learning, fostering both personal and professional growth.