logging in or signing up Adult learning aSGuest93594 Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 86 Category: Entertainment License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: April 07, 2011 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript Slide 1: ADULT LEARNER 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com OBJECTIVES : OBJECTIVES At the end of this presentation participants will be able to: Understanding characteristics of farmers as adult learners. Recognize the different ways in which adult learning occurs State the strategies for facilitating learning and behaviour change to name the principles related to adult learning 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Extension and adult education : Extension and adult education The clients of extension are Adult: • Farmers or the women and men in Livestock, agriculture and fishery • Out –of- school youth • Communities/Organizations Extension commonly applies: the principles of adult education To educational approaches and materials to enhance learning of adults. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning : Learning Definitions of Learning : Learning is a process. It is changed in skills and behaviour as a result of experience. Training Training is a process through which positive change is brought about in working capacity of a person. Without training it is impossible for a person to acquire required capability to tackle new modern situation and necessity. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com ADULT LEARNING : ADULT LEARNING Adult learning is all about change – change in attitude, (feeling or reaction towards certain things) change in knowledge, change in behaviour, change in a skill, (a change in practice) change thinking, and change in productivity. People’s knowledge and attitudes influence what they do. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Coombs' Framework : Coombs' Framework Formal Learning: Schools and universities Non-formal Learning: Organized outside the formal system Informal Learning: From everyday interactions and experience 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Extension and adult education : Extension and adult education It takes time for adults to change and grow. Because change comes from within the individual, we need to be patient and allow the adult the time it takes for them to discover their own solutions. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Group work : Group work What is the difference between Adult learning and child Learning Each pair of participants suggest (3) answers 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Comparison between Child and Adult learner : Comparison between Child and Adult learner 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Adult Learning : Adult Learning The educator must also be a learner Education is not a process of filling empty minds with knowledge. Farmers already have a lot of knowledge about their environment and about their farming system; they would not be able to survive if they did not. Extension must build on the knowledge that already exists. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com HOW ADULTS LEARN : HOW ADULTS LEARN Adults cannot be forced to learn. They seek learning because they have a use for the knowledge or skill they need. adult learner brings a great deal of experience to the learning environment; Expectations for practical application are primary motivators; Educators must take advantage of the "teachable moment." 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment : POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment Is self-directed Adults can share responsibility for their own learning because they know their own needs. Adults are practical, focusing on the aspects of a lesson most useful to them in their work. They are the subjects of their learning, not the object. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment : POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment Immediacy: Adults Learners must see how they can use their new knowledge, skills and attitudes immediately. They need to carry away from a learning experience a tangible gain. Relevance: adults are interested in anything that is closely connected and objective to their daily life. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment : POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment Provides feedback Adult learner requires feedback that is corrective but supportive. Shows respect for the learner respecting personal values of people; not making judgment on others; help the learning process. Provides a safe atmosphere A cheerful, relaxed person learns more easily than one who is fearful, embarrassed or angry. Occurs in a comfortable environnement A person who is hungry, tired, cold, ill or otherwise physically uncomfortable cannot learn with maximum effectiveness. Environment is safe to make a mistake and learn 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com LEARNING STYLES : LEARNING STYLES 1/ learning through reading and writing they easily retain information they read. 2/learning through listening. they learn best when information is presented verbally; they may enjoy learning from audiotapes and lectures because they remember what is said. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning style : Learning style 3/ learning through talking and discussing ideas with other people are interactive. Small group discussions and debates are ways through which interactive individuals learn best. 4/visually-oriented People learn best through observation. They like visual stimuli, such as pictures, slides, charts and posters, and demonstrations. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning style : Learning style 5/Individuals learning through the sense of touch They assimilate information through a "hands-on" learning approach. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning style : Learning style People do not learn everything that is taught We learn only 20% of what we hear. We can use 40% of what we hear and see. We can use 80% of what we see, hear and experience. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Farmer's proverb from Peru : Farmer's proverb from Peru "What I hear, I forget.What I see, I remember.What I do, I know." 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com TEACHING VS FACILITATION : TEACHING VS FACILITATION What is Teaching: Teaching is to provide information /knowledge or skills to learners/trainees , and by their own actions, become changed in behaviour (knowledge, skill, attitude). provided by lectures and formal teaching methods. What is Facilitation: Facilitation is to guides participants through a process of discussion, reflection and self learning. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com FACILITATATION OF ADULT LEARNING : FACILITATATION OF ADULT LEARNING Organizing group activities (group discussions, group work, role plays, games). Encouraging participation from all group members Asking open-ended questions Providing feedback Practicing active listening (using body language, nodding, eye contact, smiling) Presenting ideas or discussion points Summarizing results of group work 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com FACILITATATION OF ADULT LEARNING : FACILITATATION OF ADULT LEARNING A facilitator need to be patient because: it takes time for people to change and grow change comes from within the individual, It takes time for adults to discover their own solutions. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning and Adoption : Learning and Adoption (1) Awareness. A farmer learns of the existence of the idea but knows little about it. (2) Interest. The farmer develops interest in the idea and seeks more information about it, from either a friend or the extension agent. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning and Adoption : Learning and Adoption (3) Evaluation. How will it be of benefit? What are the difficulties or disadvantages of this new idea? The farmer may seek further information or go to a demonstration or meeting, and then decide whether or not to try out the new idea. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning and Adoption : Learning and Adoption (4) Trial. Very often, farmers decide to try the idea on a small scale. And compare the result with the rest of the field. (5) Adoption. If the farmers are convinced by the trial, they accept the idea fully and it becomes part of their customary way of farming. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Facilitating learning and adoption : Facilitating learning and adoption Begin by encouraging people to recognize that there is a problem Interest can then be increased by a visit to another village that has already tried the ideas. During the evaluation stage, a lot of discussion will go on in the village. The extension worker can provide detailed information about the costs and returns, and answer questions and doubts. When a decision is taken to do something he can then arrange skill training sessions. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Facilitating learning and adoption : Facilitating learning and adoption Drawing graphs, sketches, and lists; showing slides or videos; or assembling displays is a good method of adding the visual element to teaching. provide written materials because reading can reinforce knowledge through seeing. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING : PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING Extension education is concerned with: voluntary participation by individual learners, programs must be competent, reliable and attractive. Learning and Practice – Focus on what the learner, not the educator, does. learners must be able to make use of the experiences and practice or put into action the behaviour suggested by the experience. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING : PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING Feedback - Learners should get reinforcement (feedback) to help them evaluate their own success in reaching the goal. Success in reaching goals is motivational. Need to Learn - A problem-centred situation helps motivate participants to seek solutions or better understand a need to learn. The goals of the educational opportunity must be consistent with participants' goals. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING : PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING Learners Involved - "Learners should be involved in planning and implementing learning experiences. In the process, the learner will be able to influence the goals and learn the process of problem solving.“ Previous Experiences – When new information is related to what participants already know and are aware of, they can build on those experiences. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING : PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING Participants must also be capable of taking part and having the necessary resources to build on the experiences. Environment for Learning - Physical comfort, mutual trust, freedom of expression and acceptance of differences are all critical in creating a setting where learning is free to occur. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Points for CAHW to remember : Never do anything for the people which they can do themselves. Better start with what people can afford and understand in order to avoid dependency or lock off initiatives. Use local knowledge and skills for they have sustained the people and suits there environment. It is better to start with what is available, sustainable and easy to get in a comunity. Points for CAHW to remember 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Points for CAHW to remember : Ensure equal participation of both men, women and the poor in whatever activity that takes place in the community. Always ensure that people are motivated by focusing on benefits of a program. CAHW must have a sound practical knowledge of animal health and good husbandry Points for CAHW to remember 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Slide 34: THANK YOU By: MARC WANI ANTIOKOP 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Slide 35: Thank you 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
Adult learning aSGuest93594 Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 86 Category: Entertainment License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: April 07, 2011 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript Slide 1: ADULT LEARNER 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com OBJECTIVES : OBJECTIVES At the end of this presentation participants will be able to: Understanding characteristics of farmers as adult learners. Recognize the different ways in which adult learning occurs State the strategies for facilitating learning and behaviour change to name the principles related to adult learning 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Extension and adult education : Extension and adult education The clients of extension are Adult: • Farmers or the women and men in Livestock, agriculture and fishery • Out –of- school youth • Communities/Organizations Extension commonly applies: the principles of adult education To educational approaches and materials to enhance learning of adults. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning : Learning Definitions of Learning : Learning is a process. It is changed in skills and behaviour as a result of experience. Training Training is a process through which positive change is brought about in working capacity of a person. Without training it is impossible for a person to acquire required capability to tackle new modern situation and necessity. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com ADULT LEARNING : ADULT LEARNING Adult learning is all about change – change in attitude, (feeling or reaction towards certain things) change in knowledge, change in behaviour, change in a skill, (a change in practice) change thinking, and change in productivity. People’s knowledge and attitudes influence what they do. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Coombs' Framework : Coombs' Framework Formal Learning: Schools and universities Non-formal Learning: Organized outside the formal system Informal Learning: From everyday interactions and experience 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Extension and adult education : Extension and adult education It takes time for adults to change and grow. Because change comes from within the individual, we need to be patient and allow the adult the time it takes for them to discover their own solutions. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Group work : Group work What is the difference between Adult learning and child Learning Each pair of participants suggest (3) answers 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Comparison between Child and Adult learner : Comparison between Child and Adult learner 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Adult Learning : Adult Learning The educator must also be a learner Education is not a process of filling empty minds with knowledge. Farmers already have a lot of knowledge about their environment and about their farming system; they would not be able to survive if they did not. Extension must build on the knowledge that already exists. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com HOW ADULTS LEARN : HOW ADULTS LEARN Adults cannot be forced to learn. They seek learning because they have a use for the knowledge or skill they need. adult learner brings a great deal of experience to the learning environment; Expectations for practical application are primary motivators; Educators must take advantage of the "teachable moment." 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment : POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment Is self-directed Adults can share responsibility for their own learning because they know their own needs. Adults are practical, focusing on the aspects of a lesson most useful to them in their work. They are the subjects of their learning, not the object. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment : POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment Immediacy: Adults Learners must see how they can use their new knowledge, skills and attitudes immediately. They need to carry away from a learning experience a tangible gain. Relevance: adults are interested in anything that is closely connected and objective to their daily life. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment : POSITIVE ADULT LEARNING Environment Provides feedback Adult learner requires feedback that is corrective but supportive. Shows respect for the learner respecting personal values of people; not making judgment on others; help the learning process. Provides a safe atmosphere A cheerful, relaxed person learns more easily than one who is fearful, embarrassed or angry. Occurs in a comfortable environnement A person who is hungry, tired, cold, ill or otherwise physically uncomfortable cannot learn with maximum effectiveness. Environment is safe to make a mistake and learn 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com LEARNING STYLES : LEARNING STYLES 1/ learning through reading and writing they easily retain information they read. 2/learning through listening. they learn best when information is presented verbally; they may enjoy learning from audiotapes and lectures because they remember what is said. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning style : Learning style 3/ learning through talking and discussing ideas with other people are interactive. Small group discussions and debates are ways through which interactive individuals learn best. 4/visually-oriented People learn best through observation. They like visual stimuli, such as pictures, slides, charts and posters, and demonstrations. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning style : Learning style 5/Individuals learning through the sense of touch They assimilate information through a "hands-on" learning approach. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning style : Learning style People do not learn everything that is taught We learn only 20% of what we hear. We can use 40% of what we hear and see. We can use 80% of what we see, hear and experience. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Farmer's proverb from Peru : Farmer's proverb from Peru "What I hear, I forget.What I see, I remember.What I do, I know." 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com TEACHING VS FACILITATION : TEACHING VS FACILITATION What is Teaching: Teaching is to provide information /knowledge or skills to learners/trainees , and by their own actions, become changed in behaviour (knowledge, skill, attitude). provided by lectures and formal teaching methods. What is Facilitation: Facilitation is to guides participants through a process of discussion, reflection and self learning. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com FACILITATATION OF ADULT LEARNING : FACILITATATION OF ADULT LEARNING Organizing group activities (group discussions, group work, role plays, games). Encouraging participation from all group members Asking open-ended questions Providing feedback Practicing active listening (using body language, nodding, eye contact, smiling) Presenting ideas or discussion points Summarizing results of group work 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com FACILITATATION OF ADULT LEARNING : FACILITATATION OF ADULT LEARNING A facilitator need to be patient because: it takes time for people to change and grow change comes from within the individual, It takes time for adults to discover their own solutions. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning and Adoption : Learning and Adoption (1) Awareness. A farmer learns of the existence of the idea but knows little about it. (2) Interest. The farmer develops interest in the idea and seeks more information about it, from either a friend or the extension agent. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning and Adoption : Learning and Adoption (3) Evaluation. How will it be of benefit? What are the difficulties or disadvantages of this new idea? The farmer may seek further information or go to a demonstration or meeting, and then decide whether or not to try out the new idea. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Learning and Adoption : Learning and Adoption (4) Trial. Very often, farmers decide to try the idea on a small scale. And compare the result with the rest of the field. (5) Adoption. If the farmers are convinced by the trial, they accept the idea fully and it becomes part of their customary way of farming. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Facilitating learning and adoption : Facilitating learning and adoption Begin by encouraging people to recognize that there is a problem Interest can then be increased by a visit to another village that has already tried the ideas. During the evaluation stage, a lot of discussion will go on in the village. The extension worker can provide detailed information about the costs and returns, and answer questions and doubts. When a decision is taken to do something he can then arrange skill training sessions. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Facilitating learning and adoption : Facilitating learning and adoption Drawing graphs, sketches, and lists; showing slides or videos; or assembling displays is a good method of adding the visual element to teaching. provide written materials because reading can reinforce knowledge through seeing. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING : PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING Extension education is concerned with: voluntary participation by individual learners, programs must be competent, reliable and attractive. Learning and Practice – Focus on what the learner, not the educator, does. learners must be able to make use of the experiences and practice or put into action the behaviour suggested by the experience. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING : PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING Feedback - Learners should get reinforcement (feedback) to help them evaluate their own success in reaching the goal. Success in reaching goals is motivational. Need to Learn - A problem-centred situation helps motivate participants to seek solutions or better understand a need to learn. The goals of the educational opportunity must be consistent with participants' goals. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING : PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING Learners Involved - "Learners should be involved in planning and implementing learning experiences. In the process, the learner will be able to influence the goals and learn the process of problem solving.“ Previous Experiences – When new information is related to what participants already know and are aware of, they can build on those experiences. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING : PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING Participants must also be capable of taking part and having the necessary resources to build on the experiences. Environment for Learning - Physical comfort, mutual trust, freedom of expression and acceptance of differences are all critical in creating a setting where learning is free to occur. 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Points for CAHW to remember : Never do anything for the people which they can do themselves. Better start with what people can afford and understand in order to avoid dependency or lock off initiatives. Use local knowledge and skills for they have sustained the people and suits there environment. It is better to start with what is available, sustainable and easy to get in a comunity. Points for CAHW to remember 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Points for CAHW to remember : Ensure equal participation of both men, women and the poor in whatever activity that takes place in the community. Always ensure that people are motivated by focusing on benefits of a program. CAHW must have a sound practical knowledge of animal health and good husbandry Points for CAHW to remember 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Slide 34: THANK YOU By: MARC WANI ANTIOKOP 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com Slide 35: Thank you 4/7/2011 marc wani antioko antioko2007@yahoo.com