introduction to the course
TRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
EDST 518: Theories and Research on Adult Learning
Introduction to the courseDr. Hongxia Shan
![Page 2: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Acknowledgement
Acknowledging the aboriginal land on which UBC is based!
![Page 3: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
A bit about myself
Professional background: workplace training; Areas of research interest:
Gender and work; Transformative learning; Emotional learning; Everyday multiculturalism; Professional learning and knowledge “transfer” in the
context of migration and globalization;
![Page 4: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Goals of the course
To introduce you to some of the learning theories and research;
For you to explore how these theories could inform your teaching, learning and other educational or work practices.
![Page 5: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Learning objectives
By the end of the course, students will be able to: Identify, describe and critically appreciate some major
theoretical perspectives on adult learning; Make significant connections between some of the learning
perspectives and your personal and professional practices; Develop your own understanding of learning in relation to
your work/educational practices.
![Page 6: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Learning theories covered in this course
Some classical learning theories that treat the individuals as the unit of analysis;
Some sociocultural and sociomaterial learning theories that distribute the responsibilities of teaching and learning among human beings and perhaps non-human things as well.
![Page 7: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
Learning theories covered in this course Week Theme
Session One
May 9 - May 15
An Overview
Neurological perspectives of learning
Session Two
May 16 - May 22
Self-directed learning
Experiential learning
Transformative learning
Session Three
May 24 - May 29
Emotional, embodied and spiritual dimensions of learningNon-western Perspectives of learning
Session Four
May 30 - June 5
Community of practice
Cultural Historical Activity Theory
Session Five
Jun. 6 - June. 12
Cross-cultural learningTrauma and LearningOnline learning
![Page 8: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
Your tasks each week
This course comprises
Tasks Expectations Course readings Four readings - Puzzle Learning;Learning modules Open by 9:00 am on Monday
PST time – you are expected to review the module in relation to the readings;
Group blogging Summarizing and sharing the reading by Wed.; responding to questions and inquiries;
Facilitated class discussion in discussion forum –
Contribute one post and respond to two other posts each week based on the course readings.
![Page 9: Introduction to the course](https://reader036.vdocuments.mx/reader036/viewer/2022083106/586f86f31a28ab54768b56d5/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Other notes
A Question-and-Answer section where you can post your questions;
In session 6 – a group blogging where you post your final learning project (usually based on your final paper).
On June 6: A hybrid session on Trauma and Learning 11:00 am to 12:30 pm POND 1008;