How to Train Employees

2Understanding the Adult Learning Process

Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, you should be able to:

• Describe three characteristics of adult learners that you must take into consideration when designing and delivering training.

• Apply adult learning theory when you design and deliver training.

• Use five training practices that facilitate the adult training process.

• Select appropriate accommodations to give learners with disabilities equal opportunities to participate in training programs.

• Use appropriate strategies to reduce barriers to learning.

INTRODUCTION

Training adults is different from teaching children and teens. In ...