The Adult Learner

Knowles, Malcolm S.; Holton, Elwood F.; Swanson, Richard A.; Robinson, Petra A.

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“…The findings of this study are aligned with Knowles et al (2020) adult learning theory. At the onset of the study, both participants stated that they were aware of the challenges of teaching ELs and attempted to provide support to offset the barriers related to what they perceived as the result of limited English proficiency.…”

Section: Response To Coachingsupporting

confidence: 84%

“…These connections are tied to their personal experience, to their world knowledge, and to the book knowledge they have acquired. According to Knowles et al (2020) andragogy or adult learning theory, adult learners learn best when they use a self-directed learning approach, draw knowledge and reference from personal experiences, participate in directional and purposeful learning when they have buy-in and finally when they need to solve a problem. For these adult learners, the purpose of authentic learning is to expand their repertoire of knowledge or skills so that they will be retained in their long-term memory to make sense of future problems.…”

Section: Importance Of Sense-makingmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…This action research describes an acquisition process of SLA strategies, which meets the optimal learning conditions described in Knowles et al (2020) adult learning theory. This study provides an alternative or supplemental venue to practice clinical skills before or while interacting with K-12 students.…”

Section: Significancementioning

confidence: 99%

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Examining the Efficacy of Fishbowl Simulation in Preparing to Teach English Learners in Secondary Schools

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McFarland

2021

Front. Educ.

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During the COVID-19 crisis, teacher educators grappled to provide teacher candidates meaningful field experiences to serve English learners (ELs) during campus closures. The purpose of this study was to explore teacher candidates’ (TCs) beliefs on second language acquisition (SLA) in the context of teaching ELs in secondary schools. Multiple data sources were used to evaluate fishbowl simulations’ efficacy as a viable alternative to gain meaningful field experience. Findings suggest strong connections between participants’ beliefs and their chosen instructional moves, with participants realizing the importance of meaning-making. Teacher candidates and teacher educators gain unique insight on effectively teaching and implementing SLA strategies with fishbowl simulations.

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Section: Response To Coachingsupporting

confidence: 84%

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confidence: 99%

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Examining the Efficacy of Fishbowl Simulation in Preparing to Teach English Learners in Secondary Schools

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McFarland

2021

Front. Educ.

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“…Independent learning may take place in many different environments and at any age, but in higher education has often been associated with the adult learner. Adult learners are often described as motivated, goal-oriented, and preferring to learn through experience within the framework of adult learning theory known as andragogy, and many of these principles often apply to independent learners (Knowles, et al, 2020).…”

Section: Independent Language Learning Among College and University S...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Language Learning on Campus and Beyond – Heritage Languages, Independent Learning, and 21st Century Skills for All

Smith¹

2022

IJCE

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Language skills and cultural knowledge are essential in a globalized and interconnected world, and in an increasingly multilingual society. US students lag behind in language learning, partly due to lack of access and opportunity, and educators can play a key role in empowering all interested students to develop their language skills. Language educators and college faculty can play a leadership role in support of heritages languages and heritage language learning, the development of independent study skills for all, and the development of free online language learning materials. Online programs can play a significant role in increasing access and affordability of language learning for all. Language educators can work both within their institutions and in partnership with language stakeholder groups, including parents, to increase sustainable motivation for languages, language learning, and language use, both in-person and online.

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“…The concept of adult learning is important to consider when not only determining gaps in knowledge bases, but also how adults learn. As shown in Figure 1 (c.f., Knowles, Holton, Swanson, and Robinson, 2020), there are four phases in the adult learning process. From the figure, phase 1 involves needs, and includes the learning needed to aid in the achievement of goals.…”

Section: Human Resource Developmentmentioning

confidence: 99%

Innovating Marketing Undergraduate Curriculum: How Integrating Courses at the Undergraduate Level Enhance Skills and Competencies for New Hires Entering the Workplace

Larson

2021

Proceedings INNODOCT/21. International Conference on Innovation, Documentation and Education

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The marketing field continues to evolve as the functions within organizations are constantly changing. New hires are finding that along with the evolving landscape they need to be able to master their field of expertise to work well with others both inside and outside their respective organizations. This dynamic environment is increasing pressure on how universities prepare undergraduate students for careers in marketing. The purpose of this study is to investigate how revisions to marketing undergraduate curriculum better prepares student career readiness. Based on field interviews, managers note that gaps exist in undergraduate curriculum as it is intended to prepare students for the workplace, more importantly as students advance their careers. While there have been many proposed changes to curriculum (e.g., Bridges 2020; McCollough and Shook 2017), we take a broader look at how curriculum can be adapted and be made adaptable to the dynamic environment. Our study focuses on two areas. First, we explore the knowledge new hires need to be successful in their roles in marketing. For domain knowledge, we investigate specific marketing expertise and how marketing topics integrate (thus bolstering cross-functional expertise) from a marketing knowledge standpoint. Second, we study how integrative curriculum better provides new hires the skills and competencies essential for when working with others in the workplace. Similar to previous research considering skills and competencies of undergraduate students (e.g., Zekeri 2004), we use the The Tailored Design Method to administer a survey to gather data in order to investigate these research questions further.

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The Adult Learner

Cited by 149 publications

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Examining the Efficacy of Fishbowl Simulation in Preparing to Teach English Learners in Secondary Schools

Examining the Efficacy of Fishbowl Simulation in Preparing to Teach English Learners in Secondary Schools

Language Learning on Campus and Beyond – Heritage Languages, Independent Learning, and 21st Century Skills for All

Innovating Marketing Undergraduate Curriculum: How Integrating Courses at the Undergraduate Level Enhance Skills and Competencies for New Hires Entering the Workplace

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