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Re: New to Adult Education
Posted by frmillermaed on 12/17/06

    My two cents worth of advice would be to understand that
    adult education will need to be approached a little
    differently than you would elementary ed. You are no doubt
    well versed in Pedagogy, but should spend a little time
    looking into adult learning theory which is called Andragogy
    by many.

    Be aware of why adults are in school. What brings them
    there? Usually it will be about career/life changes and
    keeping up with new developments in existing careers. Some
    times about learning for learnings sake. All of my college
    education occured after age 40, and I can tell you horror
    stories about teachers who assumed I was there just for
    kicks, and who expected me as an adult learner to be
    unemployed or retired or economically comfortable.

    As an adult teacher, expect lots of hard work from your
    students, but make sure the learning activities are relevant
    to the needs of the learners.


    On 7/23/05, Ashley wrote:
    > I am certified to teach elementary education yet I have
    > been offered a position as an adult education instructor.
    > I am looking for any tips or suggestions. Websites that
    > are interesting will also be of great interest.
    > Thank you for any information that you can provide.
    > Ashley

     
     

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