Adult Learning Essentials
Course
Take a dive into 8 key adult learning principles!
We look at various adult learning theory, key adult learning principles & what it means in various adult education contexts.
A great refresher or introductory session for those new to adult learning, consider the assumptions that adults can and want to learn, that they are able and willing to take responsibility for the learning, and that the learning itself should respond to their needs.
Free! for VET PD Series subscribers - Register via your vetr portal dashboard.
1 hour in duration.
470+ Registrations!
What we cover
Adult Learning Theory
8 Key Adult Learning Principles
Tips for implementing each principle in your training
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Nice clear descriptions of the concepts covered
Good refresher of the adult learning principles
Great, thank you for the information & sharing of knowledge
I really enjoyed this
It was great to have some life brought to topics that are quite dry when you're just reading about them!
The videos provided were very well done & explained the principles well
Gave me a chance to refresh what I do know & plan for strengthening what I need to know
Recap of each step was helpful
The Decisive Dozen is a great resource that I believe I will use
Very informative
Great value PD
Examples of effective feedback
The videos provided were very well done & explained the principles well
Gave me a chance to refresh what I do know & plan for strengthening what I need to know
Explanation about adult learning I found interesting
Easy to follow
Great refresh, great format
Clear & simple language
Great coverage of learning theories & application in VET
Excellent course - well structured
Thank you, this was a great course
The best part was...
Great refresh
Great coverage of learning theories and application in VET
Exploring the assumptions further and gaining deeper insight into the principles of adult learning such as adults must want to learn
Having all the different resources to help plan and understand through the process of learners,
it has definitely made me feel like I am teaching on the right path for my students
I enjoyed all of it and it reflected well with units I currently teach
The information was clearly presented
A recap of the key principles was a great refresher!
Understanding the wide variety of adult learning pracrices & techniques
Understanding what is now considered best practice & current
Learning about the different theories
Confirm your understanding of current terms, definitions & requirements.
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A Statement of Completion is available on completion of course activities.
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CORE AREAS
TRAINING
- Facilitating Training
- Plan and prepare for vocational training
- Customise vocational training
- Deliver face-to-face vocational training
ENGAGING AND SUPPORTING VET STUDENTS
- Supporting Learning
- Support individual and group learning
Here is the course outline:
Adult Learning Essentials
1 hr, 1 min
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Completion
The following statements are received when the course is completed:
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