Factors influencing college students' self-regulated learning in online learning environment: A systematic review

Drawing on the control value theory, this study aims to identify the pertinent factors of self-regulated learning in the online learning environment for college students. The analysis will inductively examine how these factors impact self-regulated learning, thereby furnishing a reference for educators and online learning platform developers to create more efficacious online learning and teaching modes.

Systematic review.

In March 2023, electronic databases of PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, EBSCO, Cochrane and Scopus were searched, and there was no time limit for publication.

The inclusion criteria were: (1) Includes both online learning environment and self-regulated learning variables. (2) The research object is college students. (3) The research focuses on online teaching. Assessment of risk of bias for all included studies using a mixed-methods assessment tool.

After screening, 31 articles were finally included. Including 24 quantitative studies, 2 qualitative study and 5 mixed studies. According to the control value theory, the factors affecting self-regulated learning in online learning environment are divided into seven aspects, namely cognitive quality, motivational quality, autonomy support, goal structures and social expectations, feedback and considerations of achievement, perceived control and perceived value.

Teachers should exercise reasonable management over the number of assignments and provide timely and supportive feedback, as well as actively create interactive learning environments to facilitate peer-to-peer communication. Developers of online learning platforms should improve the functions of the platforms according to students' needs, and provide training for teachers and students when necessary. Learners should adapt their learning status in a timely manner to realise efficient learning and improve learning outcomes.