References
Speck, M. (1996) . Adult Learning Theory. Retrieved on February 27, 2008 from
References: Speck, M. (1996) . Adult Learning Theory. Retrieved on February 27, 2008 from www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/methods/technlgy/te10lk12.htm.
In this exercise, you will analyze the role other disciplines played in the development of Adult Learning Theory. Please save this document and type directly on this template. Each response should be substantive and requires a minimum of 3 to 5 complete sentences per response.…
For the past ten years, I have been involved in the development of Navarro College’s online program. When I arrived at Navarro College in the fall of 2000, we had approximately twelve online course sections, with just a little over 100 students. At the time, Navarro College had a total enrollment of approximately 3,800 students. Today, the online program alone has approximately 3,500 students during the fall and spring semesters out of a total college enrollment of just below 11,000. The growth has been phenomenal, and I am fortunate to have been…
The nature of the role in an adult learning environment often means you are dealing with professionals in their own right learning about a new trade or developing new skills to enhance their current working environment.…
Malcom Knowles has introduced the earliest concept of adult learning theory called andragogy in 1968. Contrary with pedagogy, andragory is a method and practices to teach adults learners where learners will have more control over their learning experience. Knowles (1984) also has identified a few principles that contained characteristic of adult learners such as; i) Adults learners have more control over their learning activity, have directions and responsible for their own actions, ii) Adult learners have more life experiences, eager to explore, discover and learn new things in life, iii) Adult learners are groups of matured people and are liable to actively engage in learning process, iv) Problem-centered and interested in instant knowledge…
The skills and experiences gained over ten years in the field of adult education and training warrants an academic exploration of new knowledge. Participating in higher academic adult learning allows updating knowledge; thus, increasing the effectiveness of adult learning. Researching and discussing case studies in this academic setting helps in differentiating the different variables associated in adult learning. The enrollment in this course will inevitably field discussion amongst peers of similar learning environments. Ultimately, there is a desire to acquire new skills that will further elicit a better understanding in adapting adult learning styles.…
One of the potential barriers to professional development can be lack of understanding which development opportunities suit individual needs and preferences. Poor past educational experiences can lead you to believe that you find learning difficult and should therefore…
1. Identify characteristics of the adult learner, and apply them to one’s own development and professional growth.…
Motivation –Adult learner needs to understand the need for the learning without feeling intimidated or offended. Trainers need to build rapport and welcome the learners into an open and friendly climate. Trainers should set an appropriate level of concern depending on the importance of the objective, bearing in mind that learning is best received in a low to moderate stress setting. An appropriate level of difficulty needs to be set to challenge the learner but not too high that they become frustrated with too much information.…
I believe my philosophy of adult education is Progressivism. I think that John Dewey’s theory that that people are social animals who learn well through active interplay with others and that our learning increases when we are engaged in activities that have meaning for us is an important belief for adults and that that book learning is no substitute for actually doing things. The notion that knowledge is acquired and expanded as we apply our previous experiences to solving new, meaningful problems is a key aspect of adult learning.…
Fill in the following boxes by defining Elemental and Holistic Models of Development. Then you will describe 2 theories, including theorist (s) from each model of development. Finally you will list the important points derived from each model learning theory. Save this document and type directly onto the document and into the boxes. The boxes will expand to accommodate what you write. Submit as an attachment to the appropriate drop box.…
In unit 3, of Bethel University's Introduction to Adult Learning course, I read the four steps in Essay Writing. (2017). The fourth step, Write clear, error-free sentences, gives several tips and principles to assist students in their writing. If applied, these tips can help clear up student's writings so they flow smoothly and clearly.…
Answer: This program would not only promote a ‘financial advisor’ image for the collectors, but also change the culture surrounding the debt collection process. Linda trusted that Jason Kelly would give her the required mandate, freedom and support necessary to ensure the success of the new training program, so she set out quickly to begin to make the necessary changes. Linda knew the trainees would have different learning styles, and that not everyone learned at the same pace, so she endeavored to design the course with that in mind. She arranged to have role plays filmed so that they could be viewed by the trainees, and paused at appropriate learning points for comments and…
Cranton, P, (1996) Professional Development as Transformative Learning: New Perspectives for Teachers of Adults. San Francisco: Jossey Bass.…
Transformational learning is a relatively new and thoroughly modern yet evolving learning theory, with timeless implications for the educator. Developed initially by Jack Mezirow, it is a theory that involves, at its core, a shift in beliefs, deep self reflection and a discourse of that reflection. This constructivist-based process of making sense of the world is in stark contrast to simply acquiring knowledge. Most assume that Transformational learning assumes a certain level of developmental and cognitive maturity, though this has been disputed. Professor Mezirow’s interest and study is in adult education, but there are arguments that Transformational Learning may apply to secondary education as well.…
Every person has a reason for what motivates him/her to learn. These four reasons are called contexts that motivate learning. They are based on the research of Malcolm Knowles (1984) and they are called Practical Context, Personal Context, Experiential Context, and Idealistic Context.…