Philosophies of Adult Learning

Catalog description

The course begins by defining common characteristics of adult learners. Readings include the research literature on learner-centered instruction. The course emphasizes theories of self-regulated learning and motivation, focusing particularly on: constructivism, social cognition, efficacy, attribution and self-determination. The course accentuates adult-oriented constructivist methods of teaching and learning, including problem-based learning. Open to EdD students only.