A ____ includes the physical space, psychological climate, spiritual context, and technological infrastructure that influence the learning process
learning environment
Adult Learning Theory-Andragogy Andragogy
Term used by Malcolm Shepherd Knowles (1913 - 1997)
Synonymous to adult education
The art and science of adult learning
Child learning
Pedagogy
Knowles’ 5 Assumptions of Adult Learners
- Self-concept
- Adult Learner Experience
- Readiness to Learn
- Orientation to Learning
- Motivation to Learn
As a person matures his/her self concept moves from one of being a dependent personality toward one of being a self-directed human being.
Self-Concept
As a person matures he/she accumulates a growing reservoir of experience that becomes an increasing resource for learning
Adult Learner Experience
As a person matures his/her readiness to learn becomes oriented increasingly to the developmental tasks of his/her social roles
Readiness to Learn
As a person matures his/her time perspective changes from one of postponed application of knowledge to immediacy of application. As a result his/her orientation toward learning shifts from one of subject- centeredness to one of problem centeredness.
Orientation to Learning
As a person matures the motivation to learn is internal
Motivation to Learn
Childhood Learning (Pedagogy)
- Rote memory
- Repetition
- Testing as feedback
- Gathering building blocks
- Vertical and additive
Adult Learning (Andragogy)
- Conceptual
- Contextual
- Continuous
- Horizontal and integrated
Characteristics of a Positive Learning Environment
- Safe
- Structured
- Inclusive
- Stimulating
- Spiritual
Physically and emotionally secure
Safe
Clearly defined rules and expectations
Structured
Celebrates diversity and supports every learner
Inclusive
Engages curiosity and motivation
Stimulating
Provides opportunities for prayer and reflection
Spiritual
Designing an MLS Learning Environment
- Classroom Layout
- Laboratory Safety
- Online Spaces
- Community Spaces
Lab benches, audiovisuals, smart boards
Classroom Layout
Biohazard protocols, equipment readiness
Laboratory Safety
Canvas, Zoom, digital simulations
Online Spaces
Peer mentoring, prayer groups, outreach events
Community Spaces
Faith and the Learning Environment
A Christ-centered environment inspires ____ for life and a sense of sacred responsibility in
Health care.
Classroom Management Foundations
- Establishing Norms and Rules
- Behavioral Expectations and Consistency
- Conflict Resolution with Empathy
- Positive Reinforcement and Student Motivation
