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Adult Learning Basics, 2nd Edition

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Adult Learning Basics, 2nd Edition by William J. Rothwell is a comprehensive guide tailored for professionals involved in adult education and training. It explores the unique principles of adult learning theory, focusing on individual competencies, organisational learning environments, and the integration of technology. This edition includes updated research on generational differences and microlearning techniques, providing practical exercises to apply theory to real-world talent development challenges.
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Examines the principles of adult learning theory and how they relate to the training function addressing individual learning competencies, organisational learning climate, and technology-related issues. This new edition features the latest research on generational trends, microlearning, and other TD breakthroughs.

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Everything you need to know to get started as an adult learning professional.

Instructing adults is dramatically different from teaching children, and the effectiveness of training programmes is often dictated by how well they apply the principles of adult learning. Enhance your programmes with the latest research into how adults learn, remember, and apply knowledge and skills.

Adult Learning Basics, 2nd Edition examines the principles of adult learning theory and how they relate to the training function by addressing individual learning competencies, organisational learning climate, and technology-related issues. This new edition features the latest research on generational trends, microlearning, and other TD breakthroughs.

Exercises at the end of each chapter help you apply the science and theory to your real talent development challenges. Elevate your practice with this thorough guide, and keep it as an indispensable resource.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781950496143

Publisher: American Society for Training & Development

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 November 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: ASTD Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 241.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 160

About the Author

William J. Rothwell, Ph.D., SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CPLP Fellow is a professor in the Workforce Education and Development program, Department of Learning and Performance Systems, at the Pennsylvania State University, University Park campus. He is also president of his own consulting firmsβ€”Rothwell & Associates, Inc. and Rothwell & Associates, LLC. He has authored, co-authored, edited, or co-edited 300 books, book chapters, and articlesβ€”including 111 books. Before arriving at Penn State in 1993, he had nearly 20 years of work experience as a training director in government and in business. As a consultant he has worked with more than 50 multinational corporationsβ€”including Motorola, General Motors, Ford, and many others. In 1997 he and his wife founded a small businessβ€”a personal care home for the elderly that employed 27 workers and served as the residence for 54 people. That company was sold in 2017.

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