Future Trends

2011 ◽  
pp. 253-268
Author(s):  
Kim E. Dooley ◽  
James R. Linder ◽  
Larry M. Dooley ◽  
Chehrazade Aboukinane
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Instructional Design ◽  
Adult Learning ◽  
Human Resource Development ◽  
Learning Theory ◽  
Adult Learning Theory ◽  
Future Trends ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Instruction And Learning ◽  
Instructional Design Principles

In this book, so far, we have covered five major sections: Foundations of Instruction and Learning at a Distance, Adult Learning Theory, Systematic Instructional Design, Technology Knowledge and Skills, and Administrative Issues. We based the chapters in these sections on seminal and current research, as well as practical applications in higher education and human resource development. The final chapter of this book explores future trends and directions in the field of distance education. We know that technology continues to increase in power while decreasing in cost, so it is clear that the technological capabilities will change. But will adult learning theory and instructional design principles also change? We stressed that these fundamental principles will remain constant and serve as the foundation for effective instruction and learning, but who knows what the future holds? What major changes will occur in the field of distance education 10, 20, or even 50 years from now?

Application of Equity Theory on Adult Learning

2019 ◽  
pp. 56-84
Author(s):  
Jami Thejanee Perera ◽  
Jayaranjani Sutha
Keyword(s):  
Adult Learning ◽  
Human Resource Development ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Learning Theory ◽  
Adult Learning Theory ◽  
Equity Theory ◽  
Resource Development ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Individual

Learning is a complicated process, notwithstanding the fact that the individual learners, particularly adults, are complicated beings. Adult learning is a subject of ever-growing interest. With the changing demographic situation of the developed world, there has been a focus on the concept of lifelong learning. Studying adult learning theory is rapidly growing across the globe in the context of human resource development. The application of equity theory and its impacts are rarely considered in studies of adult learning and human resource development, and the link between the two theories are remains unclear. In fact, the role of equity theory and its impacts are rarely considered in studies of adult learning and human resource development. Hence, through the structured literature review, this chapter explores the role of equity theory in the context of adult learning theory and through that identifies the theoretical gaps and gives suggestions for future research.

Virtual Learning Communities in Organizations and Institutions of Higher Learning

2016 ◽  
pp. 838-851
Author(s):  
Ramona T. Sharpe ◽  
David Bush ◽  
Lawrence Cozzens ◽  
Megan Bosler
Keyword(s):  
Adult Learning ◽  
Learning Communities ◽  
Human Resource Development ◽  
Learning Theory ◽  
Human Performance ◽  
Adult Learning Theory ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Organizational Learning Theory ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning

Organizational learning theory, adult learning theory, and basic human performance work in community psychology and anthropology inform this chapter which examines Virtual Learning Communities (VLC) in different types of organizations. Specifically, examples of VLC use in a corporate setting and an institute of higher learning are examined. The chapter reviews key components necessary for success when using VLC, as well as VLC effectiveness versus their limitations. Learnings obtained from experience with and research on VLCs are also discussed. The chapter ends by exploring the major implications for practitioners in adult learning, human resource development, and related disciplines.

Application of Equity Theory on Adult Learning

2021 ◽  
pp. 591-610
Author(s):  
Jami Thejanee Perera ◽  
Jayaranjani Sutha
Keyword(s):  
Adult Learning ◽  
Human Resource Development ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Learning Theory ◽  
Adult Learning Theory ◽  
Equity Theory ◽  
Resource Development ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Individual

Learning is a complicated process, notwithstanding the fact that the individual learners, particularly adults, are complicated beings. Adult learning is a subject of ever-growing interest. With the changing demographic situation of the developed world, there has been a focus on the concept of lifelong learning. Studying adult learning theory is rapidly growing across the globe in the context of human resource development. The application of equity theory and its impacts are rarely considered in studies of adult learning and human resource development, and the link between the two theories are remains unclear. In fact, the role of equity theory and its impacts are rarely considered in studies of adult learning and human resource development. Hence, through the structured literature review, this chapter explores the role of equity theory in the context of adult learning theory and through that identifies the theoretical gaps and gives suggestions for future research.

GED Teaching and Adult Learning Theory

1994 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 13-14
Author(s):  
Kathleen Loughlin
Keyword(s):  
Adult Learning ◽  
Learning Theory ◽  
Adult Learning Theory
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