Adult Learning Basics | by William J. Rothwell | ISBN: 9781562865337. Learning and Education Essentials. How Learning Can Impact Organizational and Individual Success. Designing More Effective Training. Model of the Workplace Learning Process. Leveraging Adult Learner Differences

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Adult Learning Basics

by William J. Rothwell
ISBN:9781562865337

By defining the seven kinds of adult intelligence, this book addresses individual learning competencies, organizational learning climate, and technology-related issues as they affect the adult learning process.

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Adult Learning Basics







Preface
Overview
What Is an Adult, and What Is an Adult Learner?
Who Should Read This Book?
Chapter-by-Chapter Highlights
Look for These Icons
Acknowledgments

Chapter 1 – Understanding and Applying Adult Learning Theory
Overview
Why Knowing How Adults Learn Is Important
How Training and Learning Differ
How Learning Can Impact Organizational and Individual Success




Chapter 2 – Using Theory to Design More Effective Training
Overview
How Is Learning Defined?
What Types of Learning Exist?
Theories of Learning
How Does a Trainer’s Philosophy Influence Practice?
How Theories of Learning May Affect Instruction and Training
A Model of the Learning Process
Applying a Model of the Workplace Learning Process
What Is Unique About the Mental, Physical, and Emotional Characteristics of Adults?

Chapter 3 – Leveraging Adult Learner Differences
Overview
How Often Do Adults Participate in Learning?
What Assumptions of Adult Learning Are Important for Learning Professionals?
What Are the Seven Intelligences, and How Do They Affect Adult Learning?
Adult Characteristics That Affect Adult Learning
Aspects of Brain Chemistry and Physiology Affecting Adult Learning

Chapter 4 – Engaging Boomer, Gen X, and Gen Y Learners
Overview
The Generational Differences
What Is a Self-Directed Learner, and What Is a Free Agent Learner?
Generational Differences Among Adult Learners
Influences of Generational Differences on Adult Learner Expectations

Chapter 5 – Managing Cultural Differences in Learners
Overview
What Is Cultural Intelligence?
How Cultural Intelligence Influences Adult Learning
Managing Language Issues
What Is the Nature of Different National Cultures?
How National Cultures Affect Effective Adult Learning Practices



Chapter 6 – Making Learning Environment a Key to Success
Overview
What Is Learning Climate?
What Is a Learning Organization?
What Is Organizational Learning?
What Is Small Group Learning?
Relating Learning Climate, Learning Organization, Organizational Learning, and Small Group Learning to Adult Learning Practice
How Learning Climate Influences Adult Learning
How Is Learning Climate Improved?




Chapter 7 – Putting Technology to Work for Learners
Overview
What Is the Digital Divide?
Why Is the Digital Divide Important?
What Technologies Affect Adult Learning?
How Technology Affects Adult Learning

Chapter 8 – Using Proven Facilitation Techniques to Drive Learning
Overview
What Is a Facilitator, and How Is a Facilitator Different From an Instructor?
The Role of Facilitators in Clarifying Roles and Ground Rules
Learners’ Roles in Facilitated Learning and Meeting Special Challenges
Facilitator Competencies and Behaviors
Differences Among On-Site, Online, and Blended Format Facilitator Behaviors
Improving Facilitation Skills

Chapter 9 – Reading the Future of Adult Learning: Seven Hopeful Predictions
Overview
Prediction 1: More Focus on Informal and Incidental Learning
Prediction 2: More Appreciation for Feelings, Values, Ethics, and Cultural Awareness
Prediction 3: Increasing Interest in the Special Needs of Older Adult Learners
Prediction 4: Increasing Sensitivity to Diversity Among Trainers and Adult Educators
Prediction 5: Technology’s Impact on Learning Will Continue Unabated
Prediction 6: More Attention Will Focus on Building Learner Competencies in Learning How to Learn
Prediction 7: More Attention Will Focus on the Context in Which Learning Occurs
What Should Learning Professionals Do?

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