Australian Journal of Adult Learning
Critical thinking and research in the field of adult learning
Author/s: Ashok K. Roy and Priya A. Roy
Edition: Volume 47, Number 3, November 2007
Summary: Podcasting is becoming more and more common as a method of delivery at universities and for training purposes. The concept to set up podcasting is simple, and the costs vary. The advantages of podcasting are enormous. Podcasting is especially effective for adult education programs.
Keywords: podcasting, training, universities, adult education
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Author/s: Moira Deslandes and Louise Rogers
Edition: Volume 48, Number 2, July 2008
Summary: Volunteering SA (VSA) has responded to the need to revise and expand the training offered to volunteers. It has developed a volunteer training framework to provide structure and guidance for the sector in making policy and financial decisions about directions and type of training that volunteers require and desire, where the training can lead and what recognition can be given for it. Basic entry-level volunteer training is the focus of the framework. However, other planks in the training framework include training and identifying pathways from basic entry-level volunteer training to accredited training. This approach offers clear linkages and pathways for volunteers and organisations, and it is anticipated this will build a culture of continuous service improvement.
Keywords: volunteering, training, framework, policy, pathways
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Author/s: Karin du Plessis, Kaarin J. Anstey, Arianne Schlumpp
Edition: Volume 51, Number 1, April 2011
Summary: Demographic trends indicate that older adults live longer and maintain active lifestyles. The majority are educated and many enjoy the stimulation that ongoing learning opportunities present. In order for these older adults to benefit from learning opportunities, circumstances specific to these individuals (e.g. age-related decline) need to be considered. The current paper reviews cognitive literature to establish older adults’ ability to learn. This is followed by a discussion of training programs as well as suggestions for course design specifically focused on older adults.
Keywords: Older, adults, learning, health, cognitive, training
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