The purpose of this course is to provide industry and community trainers with a range of theories regarding teaching and learning for adults. This course will introduce the student to current learning theories of adult education and their application to industry training. The course will focus on the characteristics of adult learners, principles of adult education within a cultural context, and theoretic approaches to learning that promote a learner-centered, teacher facilitated learning environment. Prerequisite: Water Treatment Technology Level 3 Certificate (or industry certification or equivalent). One of the following guidelines must be met: English Studies 12 with minimum 73% or equivalent, or completion of ESAL 0570 and ESAL 0580 with a minimum grade of C+
The purpose of this course is to provide industry and community trainers with a range of theories regarding teaching and learning for adults. This course will introduce the student to current learning theories of adult education and their application to industry training. The course will focus on the characteristics of adult learners, principles of adult education within a cultural context, and theoretic approaches to learning that promote a learner-centered, teacher facilitated learning environment. Prerequisite: Water Treatment Technology Level 3 Certificate (or industry certification or equivalent). One of the following guidelines must be met: English Studies 12 with minimum 73% or equivalent, or completion of ESAL 0570 and ESAL 0580 with a minimum grade of C+
