Enhance instructional practices for adult learners with technology

  • Learning Path
  • 5 Modules

At a glance

This learning path marks the beginning of an educator's journey in adapting and enhancing their instructional practices for the digital age. It emphasizes that the adoption of a digital andragogy approach doesn’t require continuous use of digital tools throughout a lesson. Instead, it encourages their selective and strategic use, focusing on enhancing learning objectives and the overall learning experience. The learning path also highlights that the selection of digital tools for adult education need not always gravitate towards the most advanced or complex options. Instead, it advocates for choosing tools based on their purpose and effectiveness, ensuring they align with the specific needs and goals of adult learners.

Prerequisites

  • Trainers who have experience designing learning environments for adult learners.

  • Trainers should have adequate training and support to select, evaluate, and use appropriate technologies and resources to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences for adult learners.

  • Trainers should have a positive and open attitude towards technology and technology's potential to enhance teaching and learning.

  • Trainers should be familiar with the various tools and resources that Microsoft offers.

Modules in this learning path

Introduction to adult learning theory

This module is designed for educator trainers and Ed Tech Coaches who train adult educators introducing digital andragogy, a key part of adult education. You learn how andragogy works and how adults learn differently.

Create effective learning experiences for adult learners

This module presents an integrative approach to adult education with instructional strategies to create effective and personalized learning experiences for adult learners.

Tools and strategies to support prior knowledge

This module is designed for adult trainers on technology tools and strategies that effectively support learners' prior knowledge.

Create interactive learning experiences using Microsoft tools

This module is designed for educator trainers and explores the use of technology tools that help engage adult learners, foster understanding, and solve real problems collaboratively.

Practical applications of digital tools in adult education

This module is designed to equip adult educators with practical applications of digital andragogy, tailored for diverse learners. Through authentic case studies educators learn to select and integrate digital tools effectively to enhance learner engagement, facilitate deep understanding, and support the achievement of learning objectives.