Teaching adults may require more attention to detail than teaching the traditional school aged students. Being aware of the different backgrounds of students and the stages of adulthood they are in will be very important. Adult students are in school for different reasons but to get to the end goal is the same process. Knowing your students and what they are dealing with in life, from a high school grad to a professional seeking to advance in his/her particular trade or someone looking to make a completely different career change is going to determine how you contribute to that process. The cool part is that we as Instructors have been where they are and have actually done what is required to reach the same goals they are pursuing. They already have the desire to be something our jobs are to recognize the different challenges each may have and provide the best support. For them to see what they want to become in real life makes it more personal and in turn motivates them to want to do whatever it takes to complete the process. Understanding their individual challenges and using knowledge from our own experiences to address their needs will be our responsibility as the teacher in this relationship.
Knowing the age group of the students helps the instructor to group students based on experience level; for example, students who are older grouped with students who are younger can be beneficial, in that both groups can learn from each other's perspective.
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En esta experiencia, se puede identificar las características diversas de los estudiantes, y a modo de reflexión considerar sus necesidades y motivaciones. Los estudiantes se matriculan para aprender una habilidad, ser competente en un área, adquirir otro conjunto de habilidades, perfeccionar una habilidad, tener éxito y hacerlo bien, y sentirse involucrado e interactuar con la gente. También lo externo, institución, docentes, tutores, grupos sociales influyen en su proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje.
Everyone has different learning methods and life experiences that can play a role in how each student picks up on material given to them. work load, family differences, transportation issues, ect. can play a role in how effective they can take in lessons in the classroom.
I will be a forever learner, and over the years my learning style has changed and evolved, as to be expected. I really appreciate the time and attention paid to support learners of all ages, backgrounds, etc. I encourage any and everyone to expand their knowledge, utilize their brains and never stop learning
I have gained valuable insights into how to effectively engage my students, who are primarily adult learners with an average age of 28. One of the key takeaways has been the importance of relevance—ensuring that the learning materials and activities are directly connected to their personal goals, career aspirations, or real-world applications. Adults tend to be more motivated when they see a clear purpose behind what they’re learning. I’ve also become more aware of the need to foster a supportive learning environment. This includes creating opportunities for peer collaboration, being accessible and responsive as an instructor, and encouraging open dialogue and feedback. Adult students often juggle multiple responsibilities, so flexibility and empathy play a significant role in maintaining their engagement.
Adult learners learn mostly by their personal experiences which become applicable in a learning setting. As instructors we must learn to encourage our student while still maintaining their focus on career goals. There are many type of learners, however all have one goal to master their knowledge and skills to thrive in their work field.
Learning the different ages, background, and reasons that motivated these students to continue their education is my starting point to working with them on an individual basis. Not all students will be forthcoming with their personnel experiences until they feel comfortable....and sometimes that takes some time. Respect for fellow classmates is a given and also to be helpful to one another. Classroom mantra.... when you help others, you are helping yourself. It seems to work, and they make a friend in the process.
Different students have fears for different reason. Knowing why students are in the class can help you to structure it properly so they will be motivated to be there and participate. Adult learners need to relate the class to what they want to achieve and apply to their life now.
Adult learners have deferent need when it comes to learning and identify in them early will make the learning environment better.
I have learned that making connections with your students and learning their background will help you discover the best way for them to learn!
I've learned how to spot and/or deal with students who have issues in class and to deal with them asap and as swiftly as possible.
Each student learns at the same level. It is important to teach from a basics level and then watch how the student comprehends the material. Base the teaching as a whole and stop to elaborate where needed.
I learned how to relate to students utilizing past experiences to reach goals they have set in class .
no two students are the same. Understanding this when getting to know each student you will learn the best combination for keeping that student engaged in class, and not frustrated in the lab. Keeping students walking down the path of success with encouraging words, lifting confidents little by little will help produce the empowerment to accomplish, and overcome any road block in life.
I've learned to take the time to learn about each student so I can be more aware of each student. Knowing what they need and applying that in class will help them want to learn and succeed.
Students have frustrations from life and course demands; as the instructors we should listen and support (not coddle). This helps the student(s) feel heard and it may be enough to help them over a specific hump.
A good focal point as an instructor is to gauge the differences in ages in the classroom. Differences in age may hinder both the younger students as well as older students in different ways. For example, older students have different motivations as to why they would choose the aviation career path from an intrinsic perspective also while the younger students who come with many tools from their High Schools see the aviation career path as an adventure and not focus in on academics as one would like. This myopic approach can prevent the younger groups to lose interest in the technical and academic aspect and skip class and or under perform. The varying differences in age factors, motivations, may also prevent the older group whom perceives their limitations frustrating their own actual abilities. What's the lesson from this? Instruction is of varying differences and the classroom is not a case and must be treated as a case because cases are heard and questioned but the classroom is not static and dynamic demanding the energy it requires to achive overall student self-actualization to be realized.
This course gave me a differnt view that i real did'nt think about. Looking through the eyes of a student helps me figure out me how i can be a better instructor.
Learn to see the classroom and lab how the students see them so that you can get a better understanding of how they think and learn. Also to listen to the students that may have problems or issues with people and suggest solutions for them to show them that you are there for them and want them to succeed.
