Understand key educational theories and identify their characteristics and applications in adult learning contexts.
Teaching Excellence 1: Principles of Adult Learning
Overview
Teaching Excellence 1: Principles of Adult Learning.
The Teaching Excellence: Principles of Adult Learning course provides a practical teaching and learning toolkit for instructors looking to better tailor their courses to meet the needs of adult learners. Divided into three bite-sized learning modules, this course covers the following topics: Adult Learning Theory, Learning Theory, and Active Learning Strategies. Course modules are packed with engaging videos, real-life, interactive examples, and guided opportunities to apply your learning immediately. Upon completion of this two-hour course, you will receive a certificate and access to the Teaching Excellence: Principles of Adult Learning eBook, so you can easily apply these concepts on your own. Start learning with Teaching Excellence: Principles of Adult Learning today!
Who is This Course For?
Exceptional career paths in adult education and training.
The career prospects for this course are diverse, offering trainees the opportunity to advance their professional paths in the fields of education and training. Key opportunities include:
- Working as a professional trainer for adults in vocational training centers or educational institutions offering adult programs.
- Designing educational programs tailored to adult learners.
- Joining professional development teams within companies and organisations.
- Serving as an educational consultant to develop learning and training strategies in diverse environments.
- Advancing into educational leadership roles such as academic supervision or training program management.
- Exploring e-learning by developing online courses for adults grounded in adult learning methodologies.
- Enhancing performance in current roles that require training or guidance for employees, clients, or learners.
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Teachers and trainers working with adult learners in educational or training settings, whether in academic institutions or vocational training centers.
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Educational advisors and instructional designers seeking to enhance their methods to suit the needs of adult learners.
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Managers and supervisors of professional training and development programs in government or private institutions.
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Independent trainers who deliver workshops or training courses and wish to improve the quality of their content and delivery.
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Individuals interested in continuing education or lifelong learning who want to understand and apply the principles of adult education in their professional careers.
What You Learn
Knowledge
Graduates of this program will gain a strong foundation in:
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Applying Adult Learning Theory.
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Describe the importance of adult learning theory within higher education and training.
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Recall the principles and assumptions of Knowles' theory of Andragogy.
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Identify use of the five principles in the teaching practices of yourself or others.
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Introducing Learning Theory.
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Reflect on the challenges of modern HE learning experiences.
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Distinguish between behaviorist, constructivist, and cognitivist characteristics within teaching scenarios.
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Identify use of the behaviorist, constructivist, and cognitivist in your own teaching practices or those of others.
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Creating Active Learning Experiences.
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Recall the evolution of universities, student engagement, and lectures.
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Recall the key components of active learning pedagogies.
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Identify active learning pedagogies which can be incorporated into existing curriculum.
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Evaluate existing teaching scenario and suggest changes based on knowledge of learning theories and active learning pedagogy.
Skills
This program equips learners with the ability to:
Analyse the needs of adult learners and design learning experiences that align with their traits and behaviors.
Distinguish between behavioral, constructivist, and cognitive approaches, and apply them in instructional content design.
Apply the principles of andragogy to enhance teaching methods and engagement with adult learners.
Design and implement active learning activities that foster learner participation and stimulate critical thinking.
Evaluate current learning environments and propose improvements based on educational theories and active learning methodologies.
Pre-requisites
Recommended for professionals engaged in adult education, training, or workforce development roles.
List of pre-requisites:
- A Bachelor's degree.
Assessment Strategy
At HBMSU, your learning journey is supported by a structured and transparent assessment process that ensures both quality and continuous improvement.
Assessment Methods
Final Exam
N/A