Adult Learning & Participatory Training unit outline
Lead author name: Rebecca Priestley
Lead author email: rpriestley@inasp.info
Title
Adult Learning & Participatory Training
Introduction
There is a great deal of information available on the
theory of andragogy (adult learning). However, all
trainers need to have a basic understanding of the styles
in which people learn, and more specifically the
principles of adult learning.
This unit provides a basic introduction to the theory and
how this relates to the delivery of effective and
participatory training.
Timing/duration
Content outline and main
topics covered
30 minutes (ca)

Learning styles

Comparison between child and adult learning

Introduction to participatory training and how it
links to principles of adult learning
Suggest methodologies
Presentation, including some interaction (Q&A) with
participants
Target audience
Anyone who will go on to deliver training to adults
Prerequisites (skills and None
knowledge)
Unit objectives/expected By the end of this unit the participant will be able to:
outcomes
 Identify the three learning styles
Pre-workshop activities
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Identify the key principles of adult learning

Describe how participatory training differs from
more traditional methods

Understand the link between adult learning
principles and participatory training
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Notes on using exercises
Resources included with PowerPoint presentation
unit
participant handout
Additional
resources
with
speaker’s
notes;
trainer
Equipment needed
Computer, data projector, screen
Comments
Involve participants in the presentation by asking them
questions about their own experiences.
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