Development and the Adult Learner.pptVIP

Development and the Adult Learner Organizational and Individual Needs Preparing an Individual Development Plan Identifying Developmental Objectives Through Assessments Developmental Resources and Opportunities IDP Exercise Next Steps Development and the Adult Learner Ways People Learn By Doing Through Practice Through Observation Through Imitation watching and then performing Through analysis and conceptualization Principles of Learning Learning happens inside the learner and is activated by an instructor Concepts presented must be directly relevant to the learner’s needs Learning results from experiencing Learning is enhanced if the process is interactive Learning requires time and patience Learning requires change Learning involves the emotions Each learner has a unique style of learning Organizational Considerations Organizational mission and goals Program plans Staff learning and development needs Available time and funds for learning and development Top management buy-in to learning and development activities Individual Considerations Development needed to improve current performance Development needed which will have an impact on performing current duties in the near future Development applicable to projected workforce needs in the foreseeable future Preparing Your Individual Development Plan What is an IDP? A career development tool that may be used to help an employee navigate through their developmental activities such as formal training, on-line learning and developmental assignments It is reviewed and discussed between the employee and his/her supervisor to ensure that individual needs align with organizational needs It is not a contract, but rather a roadmap that may change as individual and/or organizational priorities change Goal Ranges Micro 15 minutes to 1 hour Mini 1 Day to 1 Month Short Range 1 Month to 1 Year Medium Range 1 to 3 Years Long Range 3 to 5 Years Setting Goals Specific Measurable Achievable Realistic Timeframe