Transforming Chemistry Curricula and Courses to Support Adult Learners

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Author(s): Lisa J. Nogaj (Gannon University, USA)
Copyright: 2021
Pages: 27
Source title: Research Anthology on Adult Education and the Development of Lifelong Learners
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-8598-6.ch064

Keywords: Adult Learning / Curriculum Development and Instructional Design / Education / Information Science Reference

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This chapter presents a compilation of best practices for preparing chemistry curricula and courses that consider the cognitive needs of adult learners. Chemistry instructors at the post-secondary level may receive little guidance on how to meet the needs of adult learners, members of a diverse undergraduate STEM student population. The author illustrates how adult learning theories and chemical education research can be applied to support reentry learners. Some aspects of distance education for adult learners in the sciences are examined, especially the unique challenge of offering laboratory coursework in this setting. The author makes recommendations for supporting faculty who engage in course revision with adult chemistry learners in mind. This chapter is relevant for university-level chemistry faculty, administrators and instructional designers.

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