Applying Adult Learning Principles Essay

4.3 Analysis of applying adult learning principles
Given that the group activity was conducted for adults, the planning, conceptualisation of the activity and mode of delivery was aligned to cater to the various adult learning principles and styles. Kolb’s (1984) propagates four modes of learning styles: concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualisation and active experimentation. He posits to be effective, learners must possess the ability to relate to these four modes of learning (as cited in Jerling, 1996). It then also becomes imperative to design activity which suits learners from all four modes of learning. Given that my participants were adults who possessed varying levels of educational, cultural and religious backgrounds, I was able to leverage their rich and varied experience as the only resource to initiate the activity. This ability to harness the collective experience in the room provided the necessary platform to invoke their engagement and participation. …show more content…
The first feedback was in regards to increasing the time allocated to decide on three statements. Although while conducting this activity in a small group, more time allocation would be option to explore, this may not work well in a big group as there is a possibility of losing the engagement of other participants. The second feedback received was to provide a range of examples to debrief at the start of the session. I would consider employing this feedback for another group situation to observe if there are any positive benefits. The third and final feedback which I concede will improve the activity is asking the participants to raise their hands up to vote when agreement could not be reached. I do strongly feel that introducing this approach will lead to better