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A Resource Guide For Designing And Facilitating Computer Classes For Older Adults, Joan Fields
A Resource Guide For Designing And Facilitating Computer Classes For Older Adults, Joan Fields
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
Many older adults are motivated to learn about computers and other new technology; however, they do face obstacles that can prevent or discourage them from pursuing this endeavor. They are just as capable of learning about computers as younger people; they just need encouragement, resources, and programs that are designed and facilitated to meet their needs. The reason these programs are needed and should be available is because they can be very beneficial to their mental health and their community involvement. This resource guide provides information on: (a) benefits of technology, (b) addressing obstacles, (c) motivating factors, (d) tips for …
Adult Learning, Continuing Professional Education, And Constructivism Applied To An Insurance Education Program, Cynthia A. Baroway
Adult Learning, Continuing Professional Education, And Constructivism Applied To An Insurance Education Program, Cynthia A. Baroway
Regis University Student Publications (comprehensive collection)
Adult Learning, Continuing Professional Education, and Constructivism Applied to an Insurance Education Program The CPCU Society and the Institutes have been concerned about the decline in CPCU candidates and members. In this project, the author reviewed potential reasons why the numbers have been decreasing and proposed solutions that local CPCU chapters might implement to increase the numbers of new candidates and members. After reviewing literature on adult learning, continuing professional education, and constructivist theory, the author developed a best practices model of a CPCU Insurance Education Program designed to be used by other CPCU chapters to implement their own educational …