期刊名称：International journal of education and applied sciences
印刷版ISSN：2345-6728
电子版ISSN：2345-6728
出版年度：2014
卷号：1
期号：5
页码：235-240
语种：English
出版社：Azarin Mehr Press
摘要：Abstract Introduction: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of cognitive-skills training to enhance self-directed skills in first grade female students of secondary high school of Shirvan city. Materials and method: By employing a quasi-experimental method, a total of 40 students were randomly selected and divided in two control and experimental group (20 each group). Fisher�s self-directed questionnaire (2001) was employed for the assessment of self-directed skills. After pretest cognitive skill training was performed for 16 sessions for experimental group. Results: The results of ANCOVA revealed that cognitive skill training can increase self-directed skills of experimental group and make a significant difference between two groups I holding selfdirected skills. Conclusion: cognitive skill training enhance students' interest in academic study and help them learn the academic skills perfectly and appropriately employee self-directed skills in academic setting. Keywords:Cognitive skills, Self-directed, High school students
