I don't think I was a lifelong learner until I became a teacher. I am alternative certified so it wasn't until I began my AC classes that I realized how important growth in all areas of life was. Now I am very interested in all learning, not just psychology. I have found we can find interesting things about people in all realms of academia.
After viewing the 71/2 habits of highly effective people I know that the most important habit to me is to take responsibility for my own learning. Others are always around to teach me, but I must be willing to engage and apply the new knowledge so that it will not be lost. The habit that is the easiest for me is taking responsibility for my learning, viewing problems as challenges, and feeling confident in learning. I know that when we are learning it is okay to make mistakes, learning is the avenue by which we can ask questions, make mistakes, and learn from our questions and mistakes.
The hardest habit for me is to begin with the end in mind, so many times I don't know what exactly I want to learn; I want to know it all. I think if I will become more specific about my quests they will become more fruitful.
This class (and web 2.0) are all about taking responsibility for your own learning. There are so many smart people out there posting their presentation and blogging their thoughts. You can learn from some of the best and brightest without ever leaving your living room!
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