Want to see a higher rate of retention and return on investment in your training program? Keep these characteristics in mind when it comes to adult learning.

1. Adults are self-motivated.
2. Adults expect training to apply immediately and directly to their lives/work/job.
3. Adults learn best when are actively engaged – and not passively listening to a lecture or video.
4. Learning activities for adults work best when learners can practice and develop both technical knowledge and general skills.
5. Adults learn best when they can interact with both the instructor and their peers. This can be done in a variety of ways – […]

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