OLI 7402 Facilitating Adult Learning

Workplace learners are adults who are very diverse in their growth and development needs, as well as their previous learning experiences.  This course focuses on adult development theory and andragogy and how these theories can inform workplace learning design and implementation for a diverse population.  The role of work in adults’ lives will be explored along with the importance of being an adult lifelong learner to ensure workforce value.  Attention will be focused on the art of facilitating adult learning in both face-to-face and technology-mediated learning options.