ED208 - Adult Learning Theories

When designing instruction for adult learners, it's important to consider a host of factors. This course describes the characteristics and motivations of adult learners, and the best practices and techniques for teaching them. It discusses the different theories of adult development and adult learning, and their relationships to the classroom experience. In addition, this course examines brain-based teaching strategies, the theory of multiple intelligences, and how the different parts of the brain are affected by new learning.


 

Course Reviews


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"Very motivational and informative topic! "
"This course was extremely interesting and informative. I highly recommend it! I loved it!"
"Thoroughly enjoyed the approach and content. Thank you so much!"
"I enjoyed the course. It provided me with useful information that really helped me develop a stronger understanding of theories that would help me understand how to approach my students better."
"I learned different ways to teach and how to reach all the adult learners in my class. This was an informative course."
"I really enjoyed this course...it also related to not only my teaching of various adult courses but the psychologists indicated were relevant & important to have knowledge about. I've enjoyed this training session very much. It will prove an asset to my teaching ability indeed... thankyou!! "
"Thank you. I really enjoyed the information in this course. It brought insight to how I conduct my classes now and reinforces much of the theory I use when teaching."

Course Structure


Course Format

  • Can Start Anytime
  • Self-paced (within course enrollment timeframe)
  • 4 Hours of Activities

Completion Requirements

  • Study Course Content
  • Pass ALL Required Quizzes

Certificate of Completion

  • 4 Hours of Continuing Education
  • Available for download at the end of the course

Technology Requirements

  • A Web browser with JavaScript and cookies enabled
  • Adobe Flash Player
  • Speakers or headphones

Course Objectives


  • Learn characteristics of the adult learner.

  • Discuss different theories of adult development.

  • Explore different theories of adult learning.

  • Examine brain-based teaching.

  • Identify best practices for teaching the adult learner.

Lounge Group


This course provides you with a lifelong peer-to-peer learning opportunity through a specific Performance Group created within the Career College Lounge, a learning community of career college professionals. This allows you to learn and share with your peers at any time you want, even after you complete the course.

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How to Enroll

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