Adult Learning Methods: A Guide for Effective Instruction » (3rd Edition)

Twenty-seven American academics and educational consultants contribute 22 chapters providing practitioners with an overview of adult learning, and practical information regarding methods and techniques for use in a range of educational settings. The third edition is oriented toward a more formal instructional environment than were previous editions. Some chapters from the second (1998) edition have been deleted, the remaining have been revised, and six new chapters added on designing instruction, understanding and using learning styles, motivation, interactive television, course portfolio, and creating learning communities. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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A practical guide for the practitioner dealing with the major aspects of understanding and facilitating adult learning, including the characteristics of a good teacher of adults, how to identify one's teaching style and what it means in terms of teaching adult learners, teaching strategies, and dilemmas faced by teachers of adults. The second section details an array of methodologies that can facilitate adult learning. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.