Assignment - Adult Learning Theories

Develop a Philosophy of Teaching Adults

For this assignment, reflect on and articulate your beliefs about adult learning by creating a Philosophy of Teaching Statement. Your statement should focus on adult learning in the online environment.

Use Chism's (2009) five components of a teaching statement (Ohio State University: University Center for Advancement of Learning) to construct the statement with the following sections:

1. Conceptualization of learning
2. Conceptualization of teaching
3. Goals for students
4. Implementation of the philosophy
5. Professional growth plan

Present your philosophy of teaching statement using a powerpoint presentation

Presentation Length: 12-15 slides, with a separate reference slide

Notes Length: 100-150 words for each slide (notes may be audio if desired)

References: Minimum of three scholarly resources

Include citations for quotations and paraphrases with references in APA format and style where appropriate. Incorporate appropriate animations, transitions, and graphics as well as speaker notes for each slide. The speaker notes may be comprised of brief paragraphs or bulleted lists.

Your presentation should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts that are presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your paper should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.