APEA520 Individual and Social Dimensions of Adult Learning (5 cr)
Description
learning theories, especially from adult learner’s perspective
individual dimensions of learning (a bodily basis of learning, emotions and feelings, tacit dimensions of learning)
social dimensions of learning (pedagogical relationship, peer learning, reciprocal peer teaching, group phenomena)Learning outcomes
After completing the course the student
- understands the essential theoretical approaches of adult learning and how these approaches are related to each other
- understands the interdependence and dynamics of individual and social dimensions of learning
- is able to apply these theoretical approaches to different learning, guidance and teaching situations and practices
Description of prerequisites
The course is only for students participating Pedagogical Studies for Adult Educators.
Study materials
AUBREY, K. & RILEY, A. 2019. Understanding & using educational theories. Lontoo: SAGE Publications.
GRONOW, A. & KAIDESOJA, T. (toim.) Ihmismielen sosiaalisuus. Helsinki: Gaudeamus. (also as an e-book)
ILLERIS, K. 2009. Contemporary theories of learning. Learning theories…in their own words. Lontoo: Routledge. (also as an e-book)
KALLIO, E. (toim.) 2016. Ajattelun kehitys aikuisuudessa. Kohti moninäkökulmaisuutta. Jyväskylä: Suomen kasvatustieteellinen seura ry. (also as an e-book)
MEZIROW. J. 1991. Transformative dimensions of adult learning. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. (also as an e-book)
NIEMISTÖ, R. 2012. Ryhmän luovuus ja kehitysehdot. Helsinki: Gaudeamus. (also as an e-book)
Extra learning material (articles and e-books)