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Area of Science:

  • Educational Psychology
  • Learning Sciences
  • Student Development

Background:

  • Self-regulated learning (SRL) is a complex, multi-dimensional construct.
  • Traditional variable-centered methods struggle to operationalize SRL effectively.
  • A person-centered approach offers a novel perspective on SRL.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate self-regulated learning (SRL) using a person-centered approach.
  • To identify distinct profiles of SRL among high school students.
  • To validate these profiles using goal orientation and behavioral measures.

Main Methods:

  • Latent profile analysis (LPA) was applied to self-report data on seven SRL aspects.
  • 205 high school students participated in the study.
  • Goal orientation and behavioral study measures were used for validation.

Main Results:

  • Three distinct SRL profiles emerged: high, average, and low SRL.
  • The high SRL group exhibited higher mastery orientation.
  • The low SRL group showed higher avoidant orientation; they also studied less material and for shorter durations.

Conclusions:

  • A person-centered approach effectively categorizes students based on SRL.
  • Distinct SRL profiles correlate with specific goal orientations and study behaviors.
  • Understanding these profiles can inform targeted educational interventions.