Major elective · Extension Work · Semester 6 · TY BA · 4 credits · 100 marks · 60 hours
Module 1: Concept and Meaning of Adult Learning
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Meaning and definition of adult education and adult learning
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2
Difference between pedagogy and andragogy
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3
Scope and importance of adult learning
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4
Role of adult education in lifelong learning and social development
Module 2: Principles of Adult Learning
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Need-based learning
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2
Experience-based learning
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3
Self-directed learning
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4
Motivation and readiness
Module 3: Teaching Methods and Strategies for Adult Learning
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1
Lecture and Discussion
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2
Role play and simulation
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3
Demonstration
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4
Workshop and seminar- Participatory Learning Approach
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5
Community-based learning approaches
Module 4: Assessment and Evaluation in Adult Learning
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1
Concept of Assessment and Evaluation
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2
Methods and Techniques of evaluating adult learning
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- Feedback, Observation, Performance Assessment
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3
Challenges in adult learning
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4
Improving the effectiveness of adult learning.
Reference Books
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Illeris, K. (2018). Contemporary Theories of Learning: Learning Theorists in Their Own Words (2nd Edition). Routledge.
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Asher E.J., Tiffin, J, and Knight F.B. (1953). An Introduction to General Psychology. D.C. Health & Co., Hoston, USA.
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Adult Learning : A Design for Action, Pergamen Press, 1978.
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Borger, R. Seaborne, A.E.M., The Psychology of Learning, 1964.
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Dave, R.H., Perera, D.A. and Quane, A. (Ed). Learning strategies for post-literacy and Continuing education : A cross-national perspective, Hamburg, Robert Seeman, 1985.
