Abstract
Influence of Cognitive Style on Students’ Academic Achievement at Faculty of Economics, National University of Malaysia
Highlights
The national education system in Malaysia has undergone a transformation towards advancement and enhancement
Feiji (1976) conducted a study on 60 psychology students found that students who in nature field independent perform better than field dependent in nature
Its is best to suggest the following: a) Lecturers teaching must be in accordance with students' cognitive styles b) Students need to be motivated in learning because it affects achievement c) Future studies should emphasize the student metacognition, motivation and attitudes in influencing achievement d) The research should emphasize on students' learning styles in influencing achievement Everyone has their own preferred cognitive style as a result of various influences
Summary
The national education system in Malaysia has undergone a transformation towards advancement and enhancement. Changes that occur from time to time show the mature view of the Ministry of Education and sensitivity to the challenges and current needs. The impact of globalization, liberalization and development of information and communication technologies provide internal and external challenges. Gage and Berliner (1975) stated that learning is a process that leads to changes in behaviour resulting from experience. It is difficult for humans to change their socioeconomic status. This includes information in terms of facts, concepts, practices, thinking skills, habits and behaviour
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