013974 The Psychology of Adult Learning

6cp
Undergraduate
Subject coordinator: Jim Athanasou

This subject considers the major psychological approaches to adult learning and teaching. These include processes for developing cognitive and performance skills, variables affecting acquisition, retention and transfer of knowledge and skills, and a range of learner characteristics that affect learning. The subject explores how to apply an understanding of psychological principles when making decisions affecting the teaching and learning process.

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $499.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $1,860.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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