Adult Learning Theories

August 23, 2019

Total Immersion Or Comprehensible Input: Who's The Winner? - Part 2

'Subconscious training English skills' is based on new pedagogy implemented on mobile devices which learners use daily for hours. Subconscious training is stress-free with no forgetting curve; it eliminates cross-translation and develops the skill of thinking in English and speaking effortlessly.

by Arkady Zilberman, Ph. D

August 20, 2019

Total Immersion Or Comprehensible Input: Who Is The Winner - Part 1

It is impractical to talk about 'total immersion' or 'comprehensible input' as the best methods for the current number of English learners. The modern digital learners need a new pedagogy and a new technology implemented as an app for subconscious training in a smartphone that everybody has today.

by Arkady Zilberman, Ph. D

June 8, 2019

Why Adults Struggle To Learn A Second Language

All language learning companies use translation-based tools promising learners that they will memorize vocabulary with ease.

by Arkady Zilberman, Ph. D

May 24, 2019

Do Adults Learn Differently Than Students?

'Yes' and 'No'. Adult learners will surprise you with their speed of learning loss. Consider the WIIFM, relevance of the learning, and time to connect to past experiences. Include positive feedback. Training time is precious so you have to plan deliberately for it, and then you will get more out of it.

by Deanna Flanagan

May 4, 2019

6 Tips To Incorporate Discovery Learning Into Your eLearning Course Design

Learning by doing is one of the most immersive education strategies, especially if your teacher offers encouragement and immediate feedback. Is it still possible to use this system in an eLearning course that lacks an on-site instructor?

by Christopher Pappas

April 19, 2019

Adult Learning Explained In A Simplified Manner

There are a lot of resources on adult learning principles and theories out there. This one simplifies them down to the core: adults are complicated and difficult.

by David Castaneda

March 30, 2019

When Philosophy Meets The Corporate World Of Learning Professionals

Did you know that having your own philosophy of adult learning could be of immense value to you as a corporate learning professional? Learn to articulate your own philosophical orientation by following best practices and guidelines below.

by Sunanda Pandit Muzumdar, MEd, MSt, BA

February 11, 2019 | Sponsored

7 Digital Learning Assets That Fit In The Learning Pyramid

Looking to raise the engagement and retention of training? Here are 7 digital learning assets that help in enhancing retention levels.

by Ayesha Habeeb Omer, Ph.D

August 25, 2018

7 Facts About Cognitive Overload That Every eLearning Pro Should Know

Are you overwhelming online learners with too many facts and figures? In this article, I’ll share 7 facts about cognitive overload that you should commit to memory.

by Christopher Pappas

July 8, 2018

How Understanding The Adult Learning Theory Helps Us Create Better eLearning

We tend to think of adults as being able to sit and absorb boring presentation after presentation. In truth, that’s just as ineffective as it would be for a toddler. Adult learning theory is a way into the minds of adults and getting there can help you create better eLearning for your employees.

by Corey Bleich

March 17, 2018

Implications Of Learning Theories On Instructional Design

Are you interested in becoming an Instructional Designer? Or are you just starting out in the world of learning theories? The focus of this article is to inform the reader of 3 unique learning theories while discussing the implications they have had in the field of Instructional Design (ID).

by Jon-Erik Oleyar-Reynolds

March 9, 2018

The Implications Of 3 Adult Learning Theories On Instructional Design

Are you new to the field of Instructional Design? Do you want to expand your knowledge of adult learning theories and practice of design? This article takes an in-depth look at 3 adult learning theories and the implications of those theories on Instructional Design.

by megan weber