The Adult Learner
Adult learners differ in their instructional needs and goals. We recognize all students at HCC as adult learners. The materials listed here are intended to support faculty understanding and instruction of adult learners.
Workshops and Materials
Class Preparation and Teaching the Adult Learner
Materials from workshop on adult learning theory (Malcolm Knowles); self-efficacy; student-centered and teacher-centered learning; IDEA course evaluation and strategies for the first day of class.
Materials from workshop on adult learning theory (Malcolm Knowles); self-efficacy; student-centered and teacher-centered learning; IDEA course evaluation and strategies for the first day of class.
The Adult Learner - From Bored to On Board
Andragogy vs. Pedagogy
Comparative chart between pedagogy and andragogy |
Classroom Management Techniques
Specific strategies to DO to create a positive classroom environment. |
Dictionary For Models of Learning
Dictionary with descriptions of common terms in 21st century education, i.e. "flipped classroom" |
Experiential Learning - Kolb
Chapter comparing various learning theories including Piaget and Dewey, with an eye for the philosophy that learning is 'doing'. |
How Learning Works: 7 Research-based Principles for Smart Teaching - Ambrose, Bridges, Lovett (2010)
Straight forward book with real world instructional challenges and research-based strategies for higher education teaching and learning. |
Available in the HCC library for check-out
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Teaching for Quality Learning at University (Biggs, 2003)
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Student-Centered Learning - Toolkit for Students, Staff and Higher Education Institutions
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