EDL 555 Assignment 4

Order Description Using these textbooks answer the following: Textbook #1 Wlodkowski, R. J. (2008). Enhancing adult motivation to learn: A comprehensive guide for teaching all adults (3rd ed.). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers. ISBN: 978-0-7879-9520-1 (cloth) & Textbook #2 Wilson, Clive A. (2006). No One is Too Old to Learn – Neuroandragogy: A theoretical Perspective on Adult Brain Functions and Adult Learning. Lincoln, NE: iUniverse, Inc. ISBN-13: 978-0-595-38766-3 (paperback) ISBN-13: 978-0-595-83148-7 (eBook) ISBN-10: 0-595-38766-7 (paperback) ISBN-10: 0-595-83148-6 (eBook) & Textbook #3 Merriam, S. B., Caffarella, R. S., & Baumgartner, L. M. (2007). Learning in adulthood: A comprehensive guide (3rd ed.). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers. ISBN-13: 978-0787975883 ISBN-10: 0787975885 1. In this forum, I asked three questions based on your readings. You must answer Question #1 and 2. Question #3 is optional. Compose responses to the questions and submit your original post by the end of Friday, February 17. 2. Read your classmates' postings and make comments. You should respond to three of your classmates' posts. Please submit your comments by the end of Sunday, February 19. Question #1 (required) Why is this theory important in terms of motivating adult learners? What aspects or attributions of this theory did you find to be most intriguing? Please justify your responses with citations from the literature. Question #2 (required) How would your understanding of the Holistic-Dynamic Theory inform your practices in creating a motivational learning environment? Please use example(s) to illustrate your points. The examples can come from your own professional practice, from your own learning experience, or even a story you heard about. You do not have to talk about every aspect of the theory. Pick one or two things that impress you most and talk about it. Question #3 What question(s) do you have about the Holistic-Dynamic Theory? What still confuse you? What aspect(s) of the theory would you like to discuss more with your classmates?