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Table 3 SDLI item-total score person correlation analysis results(n = 975, α = 0.05)

From: Reliability and validity of the Chinese version of the self-directed learning instrument in Chinese nursing students

Item

Item content

r

P

Q1

I know what I need to learn

0.593

 < 0.001

Q2

Regardless of the results or effectiveness of my learning, I still like learning

0.563

 < 0.001

Q3

I strongly hope to constantly improve and excel in my learning

0.587

 < 0.001

Q4

My successes and failures inspire me to continue learning

0.656

 < 0.001

Q5

I enjoy finding answers to questions

0.596

 < 0.001

Q6

I will not give up learning because I face some diffificulties

0.641

 < 0.001

Q7

I can pro-actively establish my learning goals

0.644

 < 0.001

Q8

I know what learning strategies are appropriate for me in reaching my learning goals

0.665

 < 0.001

Q9

I set the priorities of my learning

0.661

 < 0.001

Q10

Whether in the clinical practicum, classroom or on my own, I am able to follow my own plan of learning

0.633

 < 0.001

Q11

I am good at arranging and controlling my learning time

0.672

 < 0.001

Q12

I know how to find resources for my learning

0.644

 < 0.001

Q13

I can connect new knowledge with my own personal experiences

0.637

 < 0.001

Q14

I understand the strengths and weakness of my learning

0.623

 < 0.001

Q15

I can monitor my learning progress

0.708

 < 0.001

Q16

I can evaluate on my own my learning outcomes

0.666

 < 0.001

Q17

My interaction with others helps me plan for further learning

0.542

 < 0.001

Q18

I would like to learn the language and culture of those whom I frequently interact with

0.533

 < 0.001

Q19

I am able to express messages effectively in oral presentations

0.598

 < 0.001

Q20

I am able to communicate messages effectively in writing

0.556

 < 0.001