Webinar Recording: Empowering Adults for Powerful Learning: Andragogy in Action

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Topic overview:

This webinar invited participants to explore the concept of Andragogy, the art and science of adult learning, and its historical journey.

During the interactive session, attendees discovered and shared the essential aspects of working with adults within Australian education. They also gained some inside knowledge and understanding of the unique traits of adult learners.

The session uncovered the keys to empowering adults with lifelong skills and development, guided by Kolbe's insights on adult growth. Participants delved into Knowles' principles for successful adult learning experiences, and through Bloom's Taxonomy, they explored strategies to encourage high-order thinking in adult learners.

Participants were also invited to select their choice and immerse themselves in the power of Reflective Practice, a tool that empowers adults in their learning journey. Finally, the session looked at some inspiring examples of well-designed programs.

Attendees were encouraged not to miss the opportunity to witness Andragogy in action, unlocking the potential for powerful learning in adults.

What was covered in the session:

• Andragogy: the journey to now
• Working with adults: important aspects
• Skills for Life: empowering adults
• Kolbe: aspects of adult development
• Bloom’s Taxonomy encourages high-order, workplace thinking
• Successful design
• Reflective Practice

Webinar content targeted towards:

• CEO/Owners
• Heads of Faculty/Department/Area Managers
• Consultants
• Trainer/Assessors
• Curriculum Developers/L&D Managers

Webinar duration: 90 minutes

Bio of presenters:

Kay Schlesinger has worked in numerous educational sectors, including a position as a Deputy Principal where she took responsibility for the professional Development of educators and supported new leaders in the sector. In the last 20 years Kay has worked in VET, Higher Education and as an Educational Consultant.

Kay has received awards for Teaching and Adult learning in the VET sector. She has continually demonstrated innovative approaches to teaching a diverse range of students. This was exemplified in 2018 when she presented at the AVETRA conference around Interactive Teaching and Learning Strategies.

In 2020 Kay was awarded an International Specialised Skills Institute fellowship by the Department of Education and Training for her work with new teachers. Kay is currently mentoring organisations around empowering new educators for organisational improvement.

Kay has also designed programs around Industry mentoring and was one of the keynote speakers at the 2021 VDC Annual Conference where she addressed: 10 Ways to Empower New Teachers for Success. A pathway for organisational success. Kay has also been a speaker at TAFE Director’s Australia and spoke at TAFE Queensland/ Holmesglen annual conferences. Kay is currently working with The Department of Education in a consulting role.

Developing the capability of educators has been Kay’s passion for many years. She is focussed on partnering with educators to create interesting, interactive learning experiences.

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