Adult Learning Styles

1. Theories of Adult Learning – An Overview John T. Beaver, MBA

8. Transformational Learning Process An appraisal of oneself or self-scrutiny An exploration of ways to either explain discrepancies or to live with them The development of alternative perspectives or new ways of thinking and acting Occurrence of a trigger event that prompts inner discomfort and perplexity The integration of new perspectives into one’s life

9. KEY for Transformational Learning The learner changes perspective and/or behavior as a result of the learning

15. KEY for Accelerated Learning The learner learns in the way he/she learns best

19. 4MAT System - DiSC D ominance - relating to control, power and assertiveness I nfluence - relating to social situations and communication S teadiness - relating to patience, persistence, and thoughtfulness C ompliance - relating to structure and organization

21. KEY for 4MAT System Learning The learner changes perspective and/or behavior as a result of the learning

24. Experiential Learning Concrete Experience Observation and Reflection Testing in New Situations Forming Abstract Concepts

25. Experiential Learning Styles Concrete experience + active experimentation Accommodator Abstract conceptualization + reflective observation Assimilator Concrete experience + reflective observation Diverger Abstract conceptualization + active experimentation Converger Learning characteristic Learning style

26. KEY for Experiential Learning Learning is problem solving. It is most effective when it is initiated by the learner, and facilitated by the teacher