Approaches to learning of undergraduate students: a comparison of results measured with the ASSIST and the R-SPQ-2F
Abstract
This study compared the approaches to learning and studying of a sample of 350 Psychology students. Approaches were measured with two of the most widely used questionnaires, namely the ASSIST and the R-SPQ-2F, which were translated into Spanish. Internal validity and reliability were analysed. A correlation pattern was identified in two dimensions: superficial and deep-strategic. No sex or year differences were found in the approaches to learning measured with the ASSIST, yet differences were found in the deep approach measured with the R-SPQ-2F. It may be argued that students in upper levels have more learning experience and achieve higher scorings in constructive and deep approach. Results are discussed in the light of current theories of approaches to learning and studying.
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