Introduction to Adult Learning

Critical Performance Statement:
By the end of this course/program, professionals will have demonstrated the ability to examine the principles and processes of adult learning for their application during the design and delivery of learning experiences for contemporary workplaces.

Learning Outcomes:
To achieve the critical performance described above, professionals will have demonstrated the ability to:

1. Consider the principles of adult learning, and how they are applied in the development of learning experiences.
2. Develop an appreciation for the diversity of adult audiences, including differences in knowledge and experience, learning preferences, motivations and potential learning barriers.
3. Explain the role of learners, adult educators, and learning organizations in improving performance and advancing professional development.
4. Review models of learning experience design for their application in technology selection, developing solutions and meeting learner needs.
5. Explore current trends in education that are influencing how learning is designed and delivered today.

Learning Evaluation Plan:

During the course/program, professionals will demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

• Collaboration: Participation in Online Discussion
• Group Research Activities
• Case Study
• eJournal

The course requires a computer and online access to the OISE course environment, as well as the ability to connect online to other websites and resources as required. Important: You may require the ability to download tools and software in order to experiment with various technologies. We will encourage you to get comfortable with creating accounts with various social media sources (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.).

Materials/Recommended Readings:

All articles and reading material will be provided by the instructor and will be made available online through the course learning environment.

Certificate of Completion:

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be issued a digital Certificate of Completion from OISE Continuing and Professional Learning at the University of Toronto.