Πώς να νικήσετε την αναβλητικότητα
How to beat procrastination
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Αναβλητικότητα ; Self regulation theoryAbstract
This paper focuses on academic procrastination and self-regulation theory, analyzing the causes, consequences and possible methods of dealing with procrastination in students. Academic procrastination is a common phenomenon that can lead to lower academic performance, increased anxiety and stress, decreased self-esteem, and negative health effects. Despite the negative consequences, some researchers argue that procrastination can also have positive aspects, such as enhancing critical thinking. Self-regulation theory, as developed by Zimmerman and Schunk (2001), provides a framework for understanding and addressing procrastination. Self-regulation involves the process by which students set goals, monitor their progress, and adjust their strategies to achieve those goals. The application of self-regulation theory in education and especially in e-learning can help students reduce procrastination, increasing their autonomy and improving their academic performance. Through a technology-supported collaborative environment and with the help of tools using artificial intelligence, students, through this educational intervention, are trained to "beat procrastination". The paper also examines the relationship between academic procrastination and self-regulation theory, presenting strategies that can help students cope with procrastination. In addition, successful interventions and educational programs that have adopted self-regulation theory are described, as well as the role of self-regulation in distance education programs. Overall, the paper highlights the importance of self-regulation as a tool for reducing academic procrastination and enhancing students' academic success.