self-directed

adjective

1. (of study, learning, etc) regulated or conducted by oneself

Example Sentences

“Americans in Paris: Artists Working in Postwar France, 1946-1962,” at the Grey Art Museum at N.Y.U., celebrates the convivial, informal and often self-directed education of expatriates in the French capital after World War II.

From New York Times

"They are developing self-awareness through self-directed activity. I think this work demonstrates a possible mechanism by which self-recognition can develop based on active experience that human babies naturally generate."

From Science Daily

Sociology and self-directed research projects have taught me how to quantify behaviors, patterns, and people.

From Seattle Times

While it's a new way to connect with fans, Rou acknowledges it's very "self-directed" - which isn't always a good thing.

From BBC

Following Taylor Swift’s record-breaking “Eras Tour” movie, Beyoncé hits theaters with a film of her own, self-directed, that offers behind-the-scenes footage.

From Los Angeles Times