ADOLESCENT AND ADULT LEARNINGPrepared byLovely May Centizas

Adolescent learning

What is adolescent ?  the process of developing from a

child into an adult.

A few things generally happen: Adolescents are able to connect

what they are trying to learn with what they already know, understand, or have personally.

They are favorably inclined, or motivated, to put forth the necessary effort and time experienced. 

 Adolescent learning  involves interactive, purposeful,

and meaningful engagement.

Following circumstances : Adolescents "do something" that

makes sense in a larger context, such as confronting real-life issues and problems.

Their personal initiative and energy are moved into action through meaningful involvement with relevant and current content.

Their cognitive and affective capabilities are challenged.

They can draw upon a variety of resources in the learning environment, including personal experience, the local community, and the Internet.

Their knowledge and understanding are substantively broadened or deepened.  

Conditions that support adolescent learning

Adolescent learn better when they …

Encounter learning that is appropriate to their developmental level and is presented in multiple ways and in an enjoyable and interesting manner.

Are intellectually intrigued by task that are authentic and perceived as challenging, novel, and relevant to their own lives.

Are allowed to share and discuss ideas , and to work together on tasks, projects, and problems.

They learn better when..

Are afforded multiple strategies to acquire, integrate and interpret knowledge meaningfully, to demonstrate understanding, and to apply knowledge to new situations.

Are provided opportunities to develop and use strategic thinking skills.

They learn better when ..

Are given guidance and feedback about their work.

Are in safe, supportive environment where value is given to personal ideas and negative emotions.

Tips for Teaching Teens

Make It Authentic Use Background Knowledge Appeal to Their Interests Keep It Active

Adult Learning

Who is an Adult ? An individual who perceives himself

or herself to be responsible for his/her own life.

What is learning ? Acquiring new information and

knowledge.

Adult learning A process of being free from

oppression of being illiterate.

Malcolm Shepherd Knowles (1913-1997)Father of Adult Learning

Andragogy

the art of science of how adults learn.

5 Assumptions of Andragogy Self-concept Adult learner experience Readiness to learn Orientation to learning motivation

Characteristics of Adult Learners Adults need to know why they are

learning and how will it affect them?

Adults are autonomous and self-directed.

Adults have a lifetime of experience.

Adults use a hands-on problem-solving approach to learning.

Adults want to apply new knowledge and skills immediately.

Adults need to be shown respect.

Six Factors Serve as Sources of Motivation for Adult Learning Develop social relationships Stimulation Social welfare Personal advancement External expectations Cognitive interest

Learning Tips for Effective Instructors Set a friendly, open atmosphere.

Set an appropriate level of concern.

Set an appropriate level of difficulty.

Final Thought Tell me and I will forget

Show me and I will rememberInvolve me and I will understandStep back and I will act

(Chinese proverb)