This course introduces learners to the main theories of adult learning and development and explores ways to implement theory into practice. Module I examines formal and informal contexts for adult learning and reviews a number of adult education movements in order to illustrate how context influences learning. Learners will also be introduced to global adult education and the concept of lifelong learning promoted by UNESCO. Module II consists of a survey of adult theories of change and development with a focus on stage theories and the development of reasoning. Module III reviews five main adult learning theories with a focus on how theory is developed and how it can inform practice.<\/p>\n
Delivery: Video\/Teleconference VIA Microsoft Teams
\n(You will need a computer with high-speed internet)
\nDates: Thursday Evenings from 7:00 p.m. \u2013 10:00 p.m.
\nMarch 2, 2023 \u2013 April 27, 2023
\nTextbooks: TBD
\nTuition: $475.00
\nInstructor: Mike MacPherson<\/p>\n
Please note \u2013 new this year, completion of an Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is a pre-requisite for entry into the Certificate in Adult Education program. Contact Karen Horn for information about registering in an ISW at Aurora College.<\/p>\n
Registration for the CAEd program is available through the Aurora College portal: https:\/\/myac.auroracollege.nt.ca\/SelfService\/\/Admissions\/Application.aspx?applicationformid=24<\/p>\n
For information, please email clti@auroracollege.nt.ca or contact Karen Horn (867) 920-8802.<\/p>\n
For participants internal to Aurora College, Short Term Professional Development or departmental base funding may cover tuition costs. Please consult your supervisor prior to registering.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"