Adult Learning: Applying Learning in the Workplace

• Classify options for learning beyond the traditional classroom environment.

• Recognize learning needs when selecting learning options.

• Recognize connections among learning objectives, intended learning outcomes, and learning options.

• Examine factors that promote learning and knowledge retention.

• Apply strategies for extending learning beyond the classroom environment.

• Create effective learning experiences your learners can apply on the job.

• Increase workplace performance through practice and applicable learning experiences.

• Hear practitioners share their knowledge and experience facilitating the application of learning.

New learning professionals or others who wish to increase application of learning in the workplace. This could include instructional designers or trainers, but also managers responsible for individuals’ learning or subject matter experts who have been asked to help others learn.

Anyone responsible for creating, supporting, or leading learning experiences for an adult audience will benefit from the foundational concepts in this program. This may include trainers, facilitators, instructional designers, academic educators, community educators, consultants, coaches, and beyond. This program is also applicable if you are not a full-time learning professional but a practitioner or manager who is responsible for developing team members or transferring your knowledge through learning opportunities.