Lifelong learning has become an essential element of personal, professional, and societal development in the twenty-first century. Rapid technological advancement, globalization, and continuous changes in labor market requirements have increased the importance of maintaining positive learning attitudes throughout life. Behavioral characteristics such as curiosity, self-motivation, adaptability, perseverance, self-regulation, and openness to new experiences significantly influence an individual\'s willingness to engage in continuous learning. This study explores the relationship between behavioral characteristics and lifelong learning attitudes among adult learners.
A quantitative research design is proposed using structured questionnaires administered to 300 respondents selected through convenience sampling. Statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression, are employed to examine the influence of behavioral characteristics on lifelong learning attitudes. The findings indicate that individuals demonstrating higher levels of self-motivation, adaptability, and self-regulation exhibit stronger lifelong learning attitudes. These characteristics positively affect learners\' readiness to acquire new knowledge, develop professional competencies, and respond effectively to changing social and workplace environments.
The study contributes to educational psychology and adult learning literature by identifying behavioral factors that encourage continuous learning. The findings provide valuable implications for educators, policymakers, organizations, and training institutions aiming to develop learning-oriented environments that promote sustainable personal and professional growth.