What a concept……do it yourself learning! Not really. I was looking at an article from the University of Waterloo about the Self directed learning four step process.
The touch on a template for activity that includes:
- Being ready to learn.
- Setting learning goals.
- Engaging in the learning process.
- Evaluating learning.
The author observes that successful outcomes are supported by both the student and the instructor subscribing to specific responsibilities.
In another article about Self Directed learning by K. Cercone, the following observation is made:
“According to Lieb (1991), since adults tend to be autonomous and self–
directed, they need to be free to direct themselves. To enable this to occur, instructors should actively involve the participants in the learning process and be facilitators for this process. The instructor should only serve as a guide. However, the instructor needs to provide the appropriate framework to allow this growth to occur.”
Cercone observes that the educational environment needs to be designed to meet the needs of the adult learner. The article explores adult learning theories along with the development of on-line courses and the importance of incorporating a a social element in the on-line learning experience. I see the blog assignment in 3100 as aligning with the social side of the educational experience. One of our assignments is to work with a partner and develop a blog post specific to trends in adult education — this bring an offline and an online connection as part of the learning experience. The article linked above is an interesting, relevant read.
Cercone observes that the educational environment needs to be designed to meet the needs of the adult learner. The article explores adult learning theories along with the development of on-line courses and the importance of incorporating a a social element in the on-line learning experience. I see the blog assignment in 3100 as aligning with the social side of the educational experience. One of our assignments is to work with a partner and develop a blog post specific to trends in adult education — this bring an offline and an online connection as part of the learning experience. The article linked above is an interesting, relevant read.
Cercone, K. (2008). Characteristics of adult learners with implications for online learning design, AACE Journal, 16(2), 137-159.
