Language learning strategies for adults

Bag code: EDUAE48315025 Targeted participants of the program: Adult language trainers - Adult education teachers - Curriculum developers - Non-formal education facilitators - Language training coordinators - College of Education students - Language education specialists - Skills development trainers. Days: 3 training days "Training day 5 hours". Time: 15 training hours. Program overview: This program revolves around language learning strategies for adults (definition - types - characteristics - objectives - positives - negatives .. etc). It will be presented through the following units: First training unit: Characteristics of language learning in adults Second training unit: Effective strategies for language learning in adults Third training unit: Employing technology and assessment in language learning for adults Program objectives: - To enable the trainee to acquire basic knowledge of the characteristics of language learning in adults, and to recognize the differences between learning children and learning adults. - To enable the trainee to apply effective and appropriate strategies for teaching and learning languages in line with the needs of adult learners. - To employ technological tools and interactive activities to enhance language acquisition in adults in a flexible and motivating way. - To assess the learner's progress in language skills using suitable assessment tools for the non-formal education context. Program topics: First training unit: (Characteristics of language learning in adults): - Traits of adult learners in the context of language learning • Previous experiences and their role in learning • Internal and external motivations • Common challenges in adult learning - Differences between adult and child learning • In terms of motivation and approach • In terms of time and skill needs • The reflections of these differences on teaching practices - Supportive environment for adult language learning • Safe psychological climate • Interactive spaces and mutual respect • Reducing language anxiety and boosting confidence Second training unit: (Effective strategies for language learning in adults): - Vocabulary and structure learning strategies • Contextual repetition • Learning cards and categorization • Visual and auditory linking techniques - Strategies for developing the four skills (listening – speaking – reading – writing) • Free and organized speaking activities • Interactive and guided listening • Guided reading and comprehension strategies • Functional and expressive writing - Cooperative and self-directed learning • Conversation groups and peer learning • Task-based learning • Self-learning tools and independence Third training unit: (Employing technology and assessment in language learning for adults): - Using technology to support language learning • Apps designed for adults • Interactive videos and podcasts • Social media platforms in language education - Suitable assessment tools for adult learning • Diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment • Practical evaluation of language skills • Performance feedback and evaluations - Enhancing persistence and motivation in language learning • Building individual learning plans • Tracking progress and celebrating achievements • Overcoming frustration and dropout Bag contents: PowerPoint 151 Trainer's guide 91 Trainee's guide 81 Activities 6 Introductory guide 4 References 5 Assessment and data forms 6 Pre- and post-tests 10 Videos 6 Images 11 Mind maps 1 Brochure 1 Training bag template: Please click here to view the training bag template