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How can you help adult learners take control of their own learning?

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Adult learners have different needs, motivations, and preferences than younger students. They want to learn things that are relevant, practical, and meaningful for their personal and professional goals. They also want to have more autonomy and responsibility over their own learning process. As a teacher, you can help adult learners take control of their own learning by following these tips.

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1 Assess their needs

Before you design or deliver any learning activity, you need to find out what your adult learners want and need to learn. You can use various methods, such as surveys, interviews, self-assessments, or pre-tests, to gather information about their current skills, knowledge, interests, and challenges. This will help you tailor your content, methods, and outcomes to their specific learning goals and gaps.

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Place the learner at the core of your practice. Empower your learners to become self-directed, … by involving them in the design and ideation of their own learning journey. Let their voices be heard, and they will guide you to the most powerful topics and approaches. And with motivated and engaged learners, the journey will be more fun and more powerful for everyone …

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2 Involve them in planning

Adult learners appreciate having a say in how and what they learn. You can involve them in planning their learning by asking them to set their own objectives, choose their preferred resources and activities, and suggest topics or projects that are relevant to their context. You can also co-create a learning contract or agreement with them, where you specify the expectations, roles, and responsibilities of both parties.

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3 Encourage self-directed learning

Self-directed learning is the ability and willingness of learners to take charge of their own learning. You can encourage self-directed learning by providing guidance, support, and feedback, but not dictating or controlling every aspect of the learning process. You can also help them develop skills such as self-monitoring, self-evaluation, self-regulation, and self-reflection, which are essential for effective and independent learning.

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If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it.?Believe in yourself and all that you are.?Mathematics Lecturer with expertise in Applied Mathematics. ? Creative Content Writing. ? Communication.?
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Having well-defined goals will help to stay focused and motivated throughout the learning journey. Break down learning into smaller, manageable tasks and create a timeline for completion. Some people are visual learners, while others prefer auditory or methods.? Identify your preferred learning style and tailor your study techniques accordingly. Minimize distractions and create a conducive learning environment that helps to stay focused. Take the initiative to research, ask questions, and explore new topics independently. Engage in discussions, share ideas, and seek feedback to enhance learning. Celebrate your accomplishments, both big and small, to reinforce your progress and boost your confidence.

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4 Facilitate collaborative learning

Collaborative learning is the process of learning with and from others. You can facilitate collaborative learning by creating opportunities for your adult learners to interact, share, and learn from each other. You can use various strategies, such as group work, peer feedback, discussions, debates, or case studies, to foster a sense of community, mutual support, and collective knowledge among your learners.

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5 Provide meaningful feedback

Feedback is the information and guidance that you provide to your learners to help them improve their learning. You can provide meaningful feedback by making it timely, specific, constructive, and actionable. You can also use different forms of feedback, such as verbal, written, or visual, to suit your learners' preferences and needs. You can also encourage your learners to give feedback to themselves and to each other, to enhance their self-awareness and peer learning.

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6 Support transfer of learning

Transfer of learning is the application of what learners have learned to new situations or contexts. You can support transfer of learning by making your learning activities relevant, authentic, and aligned with your learners' goals and needs. You can also help them transfer their learning by providing them with opportunities to practice, apply, and reflect on what they have learned in real-life scenarios or tasks.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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