Learning, to be useful, must be applied to one s work and be directly linked to important business needs to have lasting impact. In order to achieve this, the training professional needs to expand his or her ability in the areas of performance consulting, group process, application of adult learning theories, facilitation methods and learning designs. In addition, they must be able to create supportive learning environments that help individuals learn new skills and knowledge and then apply what they learn on the job. Students enrolled in the program are expected to complete the 36 credits in the required sequence of foundation courses, advanced courses and the electives of their choice. Theory and Application 3 Credits Course introduces students to adult education theory that focuses on how adults learn, application of adult education theory, skills required in the delivery of adult learning programs and an introduction to group process.
Students have an opportunity to develop a professional learning theory and model.
Students also discover their learning style and how style impacts their ability to use their theory and model. Use of feedback as a tool for learning allows students to realize how to improve their facilitation approach. Credits Major delivery methods and techniques that foster adult learning are discussed and demonstrated. Key elements are discussed that allow students to effectively facilitate adult learning methods that enhance individual and group learning. Emphasis is placed on student participation that fosters experiential learning.