ED 253 Learning Across the Lifespan

This course will explore how learning occurs at all ages from early childhood through adulthood. Students will consider the evolution of major and emerging learning theories over time, the interrelation between biology, psychology and social forces, and their application to human development. Focus will be on individual learning styles, including one's own, reflection on the implications of learning, and the impact of these issues on the development and delivery of instruction.

Credits

3

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

General Education Requirements

AAOT Social Sciences,

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Use analytical thinking to draw reasonable conclusions about learners across the lifespan based on learning and life development theories. Assess the characteristics of different learning styles and ways to deliver instruction. Evaluate their own learning in relation to different theories and the implications for how learning occurs.