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Adult Learning Theory

Adult Learning Theory. Instructor Development. Characteristics of Adult Learners. Adults can learn throughout life. Have some relevant knowledge or skill. Are motivated by personal goals. Want training to relate to the real world. Characteristics of Adult Learners.

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Adult Learning Theory

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  1. Adult Learning Theory Instructor Development

  2. Characteristics of Adult Learners • Adults can learn throughout life. • Have some relevant knowledge or skill. • Are motivated by personal goals. • Want training to relate to the real world.

  3. Characteristics of Adult Learners • Need to apply learning theory immediately. • Adult learning is voluntary. • Want to be treated as adults.

  4. WII - FM What's In It For Me

  5. How We Learn SIGHT 75% HEARING 13% SMELL 3% TASTE 3% TOUCH 6%

  6. What prevents adults from learning? • Being afraid of criticism. • Forgetting how to learn or take tests. • Negative memories of past training. • Competing priorities.

  7. What works best? • Material related to individual needs and situations • Students sharing experiences • Real life examples and data • Multi-media presentations • Supportive environment

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