304405 (v.3) Ed 667 - Principles of Adult Learning

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Area:	Department of Education
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
Other:	1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Focus on the issues and practices of day to day facilitation and examination of the strategic issues associated with developing a learning culture within an organisation. Examination of experiential approaches to learning along with in-depth knowledge of learning theories and the learning organisation. Investigation of learning experiences encouraging thoughtful reflection about adult learning theories and application.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Systematically analysed and synthesised the contemporary literature on adult learning. Analysed the characteristics of a learning organisation and establish the role of adult learning in such enterprises. Employed action research methods to determine the effectiveness of learning in an organisation. Developed a strategic plan to guide the development of an effective learning culture within an organisation.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	No prescribed references.
Unit Texts:	Knowles, M.S., Holton, E.F. and Swanson, R. A. (1998), The adult learner. Houston, Gulf Publishing Company. Senge, P.M., Roberts, C., Ross, R.B., Smith, B.J. and Kleiner, A. (1994), The fifth discipline field book. London, Nicholas Brealy Publishing.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Assignment 1 30%, Assignment 2 30%, Assignment 3 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y   Y 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2     Y