Adult Learning

Within the Adult Learning course students are provided practical insight on key adult learning theories. Students examine the characteristics of adult learners that affect learning, explore the emotional, cognitive, social and physical aspects of learning, study a variety of learning cycles, and identify their own preferred learning style. Finally, this course introduces strategies and models of facilitation to accommodate the variety of ways in which adults prefer to learn. This course contains mandatory group work.We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements.

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Upcoming Sessions

Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.

  • OnlineClosed

    MAY 12-AUG 18

    Reference number
    CRN 30615
    Course fee$401.86

    Registration closed

  • OnlineClosed

    JUN 01-SEP 08

    Reference number
    CRN 30326
    Course fee$401.86

    Registration closed

  • OnlineClosed

    JUL 02-OCT 08

    Reference number
    CRN 30284
    Course fee$401.86

    Registration closed

  • OnlineClosed

    AUG 04-NOV 10

    Reference number
    CRN 30782
    Course fee$401.86

    Registration closed

  • OnlineOpen

    SEP 08-DEC 15

    Reference number
    CRN 11448
    Course fee$401.86
  • OnlineOpen

    OCT 01-JAN 07

    Reference number
    CRN 11159
    Course fee$401.86
  • OnlineOpen

    NOV 02-FEB 08

    Reference number
    CRN 11119
    Course fee$401.86
  • OnlineOpen

    DEC 01-MAR 09

    Reference number
    CRN 11623
    Course fee$401.86

Online Learning

How this course is delivered

This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.

  • Learn Anytime

    No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.

  • Weekly Structure

    Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.

  • Multimedia Content

    Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.

  • Instructor Support

    Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.

  • Independent Learning

    It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.

  • Time Commitment

    Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.