Adult Learners
Learning Styles
7 Principles
100
What are two differences in learning between Pedagogy and Androgogy?
Answers may vary but could include a comparison of the role of past experience, dependence, motivation, etc.
100
Name one of thekey researchers whose work led to the development of the True Colours personality testing.
David Keirsey
100
Who created the 7 Principles of Positive Learning?
Chickering and Gamson
200
Name 3 concepts of Malcolm Knowles' "5 Concepts of Adult Education"
Self concept, experience, readiness to learn, orientation to learning, motivation to learn
200
Give two reasons why knowing the learning styles in the classroom can be beneficial.
Can create learning activities that maximize student learning, can enhance working relationships among students, students can recognize how they best learn and can adapt their study skills to their individual styles.
200
List 3 of the 7 Principles.
Encourage interaction with faculty Encourage cooperation amongst students Encourage active learning Give prompt feedback Emphasize time on tasks Set high expectations Respect student diversity
300
Where did Lindeman say that the focus needs to shift to when teaching adults?
The focus needs to shift to the students
300
What does the acronym VAK stand for? Give a brief description of each part.
V - visual - learners who like to see the material; A - auditory - learners who like to hear the material; K - kinesthetic - learners who like to do
300
Explin the prinicple "emphasize time on task".
Giving clear directions on assignment expectations, due dates, time involved in completing assignments, and providing time management tips.
400
How does working in small groups or having group discussions fit into Knowles concepts of adult education?
Group work brings past experiences into the classroom, creates interaction between students and instructor, and encourages self learning.
400
What are the 4 colours used in personality testing? Give a brief description of each learning style associated with each colour.
Blue - like small groups for study, prefer to listen rather than see, like involvement with classmates Orange - excel in hands-on situations, love interactive classrooms, work well in groups, enjoy role play Godl - like interactive classes and group work, visual learners, like material well organized Green - very attentive to detail, visual learners, not fond of group work
400
Why are high expectations a part of positive learning?
The higher the expectations the higher the students will rise to achieve the expectations. It also give the students the sense that instructors believe in them and their capabilities.
500
What are five things that we can do in the classroom to facilitate adult learners?
Engage in group discussions, assign gorup projects/presentations, use visual aids, interactive quizzes, frequently ask for feedback.
500
What are the 4 learning styles identified by the DVC Survey?
Visual/Vocal Visual/Nonverbal Tactile/Kinesthetic Auditory/Verbal
500
Name 4 outcomes that may be observed when the 7 Principles are implemented in the classroom.
Students are active in their own education Students have high expectations of self and others Students are cooperative Students are interactive Students share life experiences Students are responsible for their own learning
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