Psychology of Adult Learning
(6 credit hours)

This course focuses on the effective application of psychological concepts and principles in the analysis of instructional problems, the development of teaching strategies and the acquisition of skills, concepts and attitudes in relation to teacher-learner and subject matter variables. The implication of these concepts for the adult learner and vocational instruction will be emphasized.

Course Topics
• Principles and conditions of learning
  
• Principles of adult learning
  
• Types of learning
  
• Learning and teaching styles
  
• Leadership styles and learning
  
• Group development and behaviour
  
• Personality types
  
• Adult developmental needs