Student Characteristics : Student Expectations
This course led me to the understanding that student have different expectations, which are indicative of their reasons for pursuing their individual educational goals. Adult learners in the technical-vocation programs have expectations which differ than adult learners in strictly academic programs. The reasons for learning then are drivers behind the characteristics, expectations and attitudes of learners. Understanding what motivates and drives a learner is an important step towards determining the most appropriate teaching styles and techniques to apply in the learning envirnment. Would anyone agree that student characteristics are also worth considering when developing realationships with the students?
Clifton
Clifton,
As an instructor with many years of experience I would agree with your about the need to know and understand student characteristics for the reasons you state. Knowing them gives understanding in how to support and customize your approach for the students which leads to enhanced learning and greater retention of course content.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
