EDUC X81.3 - Understanding the Foundations of Adult Learning for Early Education Coaches

Course Description

Examine the history and practice of adult learning in today’s world. Discussions include:

• ages and stages in adult development
• characteristics of adult learners
• adult learning/teaching styles
• establishing coach/learning relationships
• overcoming barriers to learning
• increasing adult motivation to learn
• building problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• promoting self-learning in adults
• enhancing knowledge through experiential learning
• dealing with diverse adults

The course will focus on relating the research, theory, and practice of cognition and learning and adult learning to the workplace, with an emphasis on critical thinking and critical perspectives.

Learner Outcomes

• Develop knowledge of adult learning theories and how the apply to coaching teachers
• Learn practical strategies and effective instructional techniques for holding the attention of adult learners
• Understand how to teach and train adults in diverse settings
• Create effective curriculum and successful training sessions

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Implementing the Practice-Based Coaching Model through Distance Learning : Required