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Adult Learning Theory

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Question 1

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What are the primary theories of adult learning and how are they applied?

Observing and modeling of behaviors
Understanding, organizing and processing information
Learning through outcomes of behavior
Self-fulfillment, self-exploration and self-expression

Social Learning Theory
Cognitive Learning Theory
Behaviorist Learning Theory
Humanistic Learning Theory

Question 2

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Identify the critical components of Andragogy and how they encourage adult learning?

Learning is related to the social role of the adult
Adult learners bring a wealth of experience
Adults need to be responsible for their decisions
Adults are oriented towards problem-solving learning

Readiness to Learn
Experience
Adults' Self-Concept
Orientation to Learning

Question 3

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How can information-processing theory be used to facilitate adult learning?

Facilitate retrieval of information when needed
Grab learners' attention
Make new information meaningful
Help learners to retain the information longer

Retrieval
Attention
Encoding
Storage

Question 4

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Distinguish among the learning characteristics of behaviorist, humanistic, and cognitive theories

Emphasizes understanding and processing of the information
Emphasizes self-actualization and autonomy
Stresses the importance of consequences and reinforcement

Cognitive Theory
Humanistic Theory
Behaviorist Theory