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Teach Them on Their Own Terms: Training with Adult Learning
Principles in Mind
Presented by Tiffany Blair
MSHA Distance Learning
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Objectives At the end of this presentation, participants will:
o Understand the principles of adult learning o Recognize how learning styles affect training o Have the tools to become more effective
presenters/instructors
Please note: This presentation contains notes written by the presenter for your benefit. Please refer to these notes for expanded information regarding slide content, as well as additional information that was given verbally during the TRAM session presentation.
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Agenda Section I Adult Learning Overview Section II Adult Learning Topics Section III Learning Styles Section IV Application of Principles in Class Section V Application of Principles in PowerPoint
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Adult Learning Overview Section I
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Introduction to Terms Pedagogy
o The science and art of education o Teacher-centered method
Andragogy o Teaching strategies focused on adults o Learner-centered method
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How is ALP Different From Traditional Methods?
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Pedagogy vs Andragogy Young learners:
o Learn in a linear manner o Are totally dependent on
the instructor for knowledge o Are motivated by external
pressures
Adult learners: o Want to decide which topics
to focus on o Bring their experiential
knowledge into a learning environment
o Will self-assess if given the proper tools
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Why is ALP Important to You?
Lets look at how your organization learns
o Are learners within actively seeking knowledge? o Who directs whether you receive training?
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Barriers to Learning Adult learners may feel they lack
o The time to devote to learning o The money for training o The ability to use what they learn
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Benefits to You and Your Learners
Avoid wasted effort Better retention More enjoyable Faster results Better accountability
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Adult Learning Topics Section 2
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Reason Adults need to know:
The reason for learning
How it will benefit them
Reason for Training
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Motivation Adults respond better to learning that:
Solves a real-life problem
Takes into consideration their prior experience and knowledge
Motivation for Training
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Expectations Adults expect:
Relevance and problem-solving
The ability to influence their learning
Two-way communication
Expectations for Training
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Delivery Adults prefer:
Self-directed learning
The ability to choose how they receive information
Delivery for Training
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Learning Styles Section 3
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What Are Learning Styles?
Auditory Visual Read/Write Hands-On
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Auditory Learning Auditory learners want to hear it. They retain more information when it is presented to them through sound. These learners benefit from books on tape, reading aloud, group discussions, etc. Practical Application: Asking learners in a course on car maintenance to identify this sound (click the icon below to listen)
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Visual Learning Visual learners want to see it. They retain more information when it is expressed to them through images. These learners benefit from photographs and illustrations, charts, watching videos, etc. Practical Application: Viewing photos of equipment utilizing cameras on MSHAs Accident Prevention Program site
http://www.msha.gov/Accident_Prevention/newtechnologies/initiatives/cameras/photos.htm
http://www.msha.gov/Accident_Prevention/newtechnologies/initiatives/cameras/photos.htm
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Read/Write Learning Read/Write learners want it on paper. They retain more information when it is presented to them in writing. These learners benefit from lists, handouts, taking notes, etc. Practical Application: Writing notes in the margin of your copy of the 30 CFR during a lecture
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Hands-On Learning Hands-On learners want to do it. They retain more information when it is provided in a tactile manner. These learners benefit from simulations, role playing, field trips, etc. Practical Application: Inspecting a piece of equipment in a training lab
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Why is This Important to You?
Remember the benefits? Eliminate wasted effort Increase retention Generate more interest Faster results
Understanding learning styles will help you develop training that reaches your entire audience.
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Multimodal Learning
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Multimodal Learning Which learning style(s) can you identify within each type of training delivery mode?
Case Studies Role-Playing Virtual Reality Simulations
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Application in Class Section 4
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Mixed Styles for Retention
Role Playing Visual Interpreting body language Auditory - Listening to each actor, post-activity discussions Read/Write Following a list of ground rules, taking notes Hands-On - Adopt another persona, interact with others
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Establishing Credentials Creates mutual understanding Learners see how your knowledge can benefit them
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Establishing Need Tell learners what is in it for them Give real-life, relevant examples of instances in
which this training will be of benefit
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Meeting Expectations Answer questions in real time Allow discussions to flow naturally Ask for learner input and experience
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Using Tools Correctly Short videos or pause to discuss Take breaks if lectures/ training sessions are long Make sure charts are well documented Handouts contain must know information vs. nice to
know information
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Application in PowerPoint Section 5
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Benefits to the Adult Learner
PowerPoint is: Portable Easy to use Multimodal tool
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Best Practices Keep it simple Limit bullet points and text Limit transitions and unnecessary animations Use high-quality graphics Choose colors and fonts wisely Remember the learning types Visual, Auditory,
Read/Write, and Hands-On
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Thank You for Your Time! Questions?
Contact: [email protected]
Teach Them on Their Own Terms:Training with Adult Learning Principles in MindObjectivesAgendaAdult Learning OverviewIntroduction to TermsHow is ALP Different FromTraditional Methods?Pedagogy vs AndragogyWhy is ALP Important to You?Barriers to LearningBenefits to You and Your LearnersAdult Learning TopicsReasonMotivationExpectationsDeliveryLearning StylesWhat Are Learning Styles?Auditory LearningVisual LearningRead/Write LearningHands-On LearningWhy is This Important to You?Multimodal LearningMultimodal LearningApplication in ClassMixed Styles for RetentionEstablishing CredentialsEstablishing NeedMeeting ExpectationsUsing Tools CorrectlyApplication in PowerPointBenefits to the Adult LearnerBest PracticesThank You for Your Time!Questions?