Course ID:
Course Code & Number
PCG 265
Course Title
Adult Education and Lifelong Learning
Level
BS
Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits
(2+0+0) 2 TEDU Credits, 4 ECTS Credits
Year of Study:
Semester:
Type of Course:
Elective
Mode of Delivery:
Face-to-face
Language of Instruction:
English
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite::
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: NONE
Catalog Description
Definition of adulthood, characteristics of adulthood period, school counseling services and adults, adult learning styles, problems during adulthood, characteristics of adult educators, educational principles, instructional methods and techniques, types of curriculum, and learning environments for adults.
Course Objectives
The main aim of this course is to introduce the chracteristics of adulthood and lifelong learning.
Software Usage
Course Learning Outcomes
- Interpret the developmental challenges of adulthood including career, family, and aging concerns.
- Contrast the extent to which various adult learning theories address the concept of “adultness” and to what extent the theories identify significant aspects of adult learning.
- Contrast the implications for teaching suggested by various adult learning theories.
- Demonstrate instructional methods that apply adult learning theory and principles.
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:
Telling/Explaining
Discussion/Debate
Questioning
Reading
Video Presentations
Concept Mapping
Brainstorming
Assessment Methods and Criteria:
Test / Exam
Others
Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:
In-class activities
Design Content
Recommended Reading
Required Reading
Grading
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:
Course Coordinator:
Mana Ece Tuna, PhD
Student Workload:
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Course Readings | 42 |
| Exams/Quizzes | 30 |
Course & Program Learning Outcome Matching: