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Characteristics of an Adult Learner for Maximum Retention in District Training

Learn about the characteristics of adult learners and how to achieve optimal retention in district training. Explore different learning methods, such as lectures, discussions, and hands-on practice. Establish a positive relationship with participants and avoid common presentation errors.

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Characteristics of an Adult Learner for Maximum Retention in District Training

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  1. Session 2 Training Rotarians District Training Manual pages 47-49

  2. Learning Objectives • Understand the characteristics of an adult learner • Understanding the retention rate of various learning methods • Learning how to achieve maximal retention District Training Program

  3. Characteristics of an Adult Learner • Realistic—Information that is immediately applicable . • Practical—Hands-on practice. • Experienced—Insights. • Unique—Backgrounds. • Set in their learning pattern—They’re in a continual state of learning. They are self-directed and prefer to control their learning experiences. • Busy—Competing interests (family, work). District Training Program

  4. Learning Retention • Learner is passive—lectures, reading, audiovisual presentations, demonstrations • Learner is involved—discussion, practice, teaching others District Training Program

  5. Learning Retention—Learning Pyramid District Training Program NTL Institute of Applied Behavioral Science

  6. How to achieve maximum retention • Capture your learner’s attention. • Repeat information. • Transfer information to real life. • Feature a mix of activities. District Training Program

  7. Establish a positive relationship with participants • Greet participants. • Make eye contact. • Set behavior guidelines. • Give participants the option to pass on or opt out of any activity. • Summarize points made before moving on to the next subject. • Try not to read directly from your notes. • Post a small clock where you can see it. District Training Program

  8. Common Presentation Errors • Fillers. • Distracting movements. • Sloppy editing. • Speaking too quickly. • Turning away from participants. District Training Program

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