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Publication Date: 2023
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Unlocking the Power of Technology: A Professional Development (PD) Approach for Adult Educators in the Digital Age
Joey Lehrman
COABE Journal: The Resource for Adult Education, v12 n2 p130-133 2023
This article emphasizes the need for adult educators to adapt to the constantly evolving digital landscape. Traditional methods of professional development (PD) no longer suffice, so PD courses should strive to foster a lifelong learning mindset and encourage a culture of experimentation. The article outlines three strategies for creating an effective digital learning environment: nonlinear learning, leveraging community, and prioritizing practicality. Nonlinear learning embraces a fluid process that replicates real-world learning, emphasizing goal setting, experimentation, and collaborative learning. The power of community facilitates a space for shared learning and collective problem solving. Lastly, practicality emphasizes learning technologies that simplify and enhance teaching, with the educator in control of their learning path. Feedback mechanisms are integral to these strategies, fostering a community of shared knowledge and providing personalized support. The ultimate goal is to empower adult educators to leverage digital tools effectively, enhancing their instructional practices in an ever-evolving digital age.
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Professional Development, Adult Educators, Distance Education, Electronic Learning, Educational Environment, Teaching Methods
Coalition on Adult Basic Education. PO Box 1820 Cicero, NY 13039. Tel: 888-442-6223; e-mail: journal@coabe.org; Web site: https://coabe.org/coabe-journal/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Adult Education
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