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Teaching & Academics
Understanding Adult Learning and Numeracy
3-4hrs
beginner levelLearning theories such as behaviorism, humanism, social cognitive, and the andragogy model resonate quite well with adult learning. This short course explores the best practices to apply in a bid to ensure maximal adult learning and numeracy. Unlike younger learners, adults may be faced with some challenges or difficulties that may hinder their learning. Tutors should understand such challenges and proper ways of alleviating them.
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Understanding Adult Learning and Numeracy
In this free online course, learn specific theories and strategies for promoting effective adult learning and numeracy.
Learning theories such as behaviorism, humanism, social cognitive, and the andragogy model resonate quite well with adult learning. This short course explores the best practices to apply in a bid to ensure maximal adult learning and numeracy. Unlike younger learners, adults may be faced with some challenges or difficulties that may hinder their learning. Tutors should understand such challenges and proper ways of alleviating them.
Course description
Course moduleA short ad will play before each lesson.
Module 15 Lessons
Adult Learning and Numeracy
Topics you will learn in this module are an overview of adult literacy and numeracy, adult learning theories, teaching and learning literacy, teaching and learning literacy writing, speaking and listening, planning and assessment literacy, learning numeracy, the use of technology in adult learning, learning disorders, and inclusive learning.
1.Learning Outcomes
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2.Adult Teaching and Literacy
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3.Teaching Numeracy
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4.Technology and Adult Learning Difficulties
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5.Lesson Summary
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Module 21 Lessons
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