The Adult Learner’s Transformational Journey: An Italian Experience Study Tour

Journal title EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION IN LEARNING AND TEACHING
Author/s Susan Sholar Hanny, Lori Risley
Publishing Year 2018 Issue 2018/1
Language English Pages 14 P. 24-37 File size 460 KB
DOI 10.3280/EXI2018-001002
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Experiential learning through international education via study tours is an important instrument for adult learners on their path toward transformation. Study tours are a method in which the learners can gain a deeper understanding of the world and help shape their worldview as well as gain an appreciation for cultural diversity. This research aimed to establish a connection between international study tours and transformational learning for adult learners. Additionally, an intended outcome of this research is to inform postsecondary institutions of desired learning experiences from an adult learner’s perspective enabling institutions to serve this underrepresented demographic better. Furthermore; this paper identifies unintended outcomes that can serve as a guide for future study tour facilitators and institutions focused on adult learners’ transformation.

Keywords: Transformational, adult learner, adult student, experiential learning

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Susan Sholar Hanny, Lori Risley, The Adult Learner’s Transformational Journey: An Italian Experience Study Tour in "EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION IN LEARNING AND TEACHING" 1/2018, pp 24-37, DOI: 10.3280/EXI2018-001002