Let's begin with a rough draft. Grab a notebook or etherpad and start sketching. Some research will be involved in this task. Take your time and explore all the options.

What's your starting point?

Relevant experience, interests and accomplishments, both academic and extracurricular. College courses taken, creative pursuits, volunteer work...

What are the learning steps you path requires?

Content and skills you’ll need to master--be specific! People or organizations that may become a part of your quest; Courses you want to take; Groups to join; Specific books, videos, websites that you want to read, watch, or use.

Set milestones and be specific

What are you going to do in the next day, week, month, and year to make your plan a reality? This is where accountability starts to come into play. Attach fair deadlines to milestones in your plan.

What are the experiences you want to pursue as part of your learning?

Internships, volunteering, travel, leadership of an organization, or experience working with a mentor.

Your Task: Share a basic outline of your learning plan with us. How long would it take you to complete a self-directed plan like this? Post a link to your learing plan in the comments below. Review other learning plans.