CT1/IS1 FUNDAMENTALS OF ADULT LEARNING AND TRAINING

Define learning

• Learning refers to the process of acquiring knowledge, skills, behaviours, or

  attitudes through study, experience, or teaching.

• The concept of transfer here is critical, as is the element of planning. Training is,

  therefore, a systematic process to acquire knowledge, develop skills, modify

  attitude and form habits to result in behavior leading to the achievement of job

  standards and organizational goals.

• It is internal and continuous,

  often occurring both formally (e.g., classroom instruction) and informally (e.g., on-

  the-job experience or self-reflection).

• Learning is the desired outcome of any

  training or development initiative. It is what the trainee takes away — whether it is

  a new skill, a deeper understanding, or a changed attitude.

The key features of training include:

• Objective-focused: Targets specific competencies.

• Planned and systematic: Follows a structured curriculum.

• Performance-driven: Helps individuals meet specific job requirements.

• It is what the trainee takes away — whether it is

  a new skill, a deeper understanding, or a changed attitude.

Describe training...

• Training is the conscious and planned process of transferring knowledge, skills and

  attitudes to others.

• It is a structured process aimed at enhancing an individual’s

  immediate job performance.

• It is typically short-term, skill-specific, and designed

  to fill current gaps in knowledge or ability.

• The concept of transfer here is critical, as is the element of planning. Training is,

  therefore, a systematic process to acquire knowledge, develop skills, modify

  attitude and form habits to result in behavior leading to the achievement of job

  standards and organizational goals.

• It is internal and continuous,

  often occurring both formally (e.g., classroom instruction) and informally (e.g., on-

  the-job experience or self-reflection).

Explains development...

• Development refers to broader, long-term efforts that focus on enhancing an

  individual’s potential for future roles or responsibilities.

• It is more about personal

  and professional growth than immediate job performance.

• The key features of development include:

  • Future-oriented and career-focused.

  • Includes coaching, mentoring, and self-directed learning.

  • Emphasizes soft skills, leadership, and critical thinking.

• It is internal and continuous,

  often occurring both formally (e.g., classroom instruction) and informally (e.g., on-

  the-job experience or self-reflection).

Identify participant’s learning objectives.
The three distinct categories of training are...

• Knowledge Training

• Skills Training

• Attitude Training

• Brain Training

Explain training fundamentals and impact globally.

Training plays a critical role in sustainable development by:

• Empowering individuals with skills and knowledge.

• Reducing inequality and improving access to opportunities.

• Boosting economic productivity and innovation.

• Strengthening institutions through capacity building.

• The ability to understand what the learner is feeling as

  if it were his/her own.

Sustainable Development Goals & Training Fundamentals. discussed within the course.

Highlight pillars and goals related to training industry. Based on SDG Pillar & Relevant Goals &Training Industry Roles.

• People (Education

  & Equality)

  Goal 4 (Quality

  Education), Goal 5

  (Gender Equality)

  Train educators, promote

  inclusive access, support

  women and girls.

• Prosperity (Jobs &

  Growth)

  Goal 8 (Decent Work &

  Economic Growth)

  Provide vocational skills,

  support entrepreneurship,

  upskill workers.

• Partnership (Global

  Collaboration)

  Goal 17 (Partnerships

  for Goals)

  Enable global knowledge

  sharing, standardized best

  practices.

Sustainable Developmental Goals. Apply selected goals of nos. 4, 5 and 8

• Goal 4: Quality Education

  “Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning

  opportunities for all.”

  Training Applications:

  • Develop inclusive curricula for diverse learners.

  • Train teachers in digital and modern pedagogies.

  • Promote e-learning platforms and vocational training.

• Goal 5: Gender Equality

  “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.”

  Training Applications:

  • Offer programs targeted at women’s empowerment and leadership.

  • Address gender biases in content and delivery.

  • Support female participation in STEM and skilled trades.

• Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

  “Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive

  employment and decent work for all.”

  Training Applications:

  • Equip individuals with market-relevant skills.

  • Provide entrepreneurial training for job creation.

  • Promote safe and fair workplace practices through corporate training.

• In the context of training and development, particularly for a Human Resource

  Development Corporation (HRD Corp) Trainer in Malaysia or similar professional

  environments, the terms learning, training, and development have specific,

  interconnected meanings.