It is well known that communication consists not only of written and verbal communication but also of non-verbal communication, where you observe a person and infer their meaning. This type of communication includes facial expressions, posture, tone of voice, eye contact, and even touch and body language. Body language is the biggest part of non-verbal… Read More »Body Language and Tips for Teachers on Effective Body Language
In a previous article, we described the process of forming adult learning environments and provided some theoretical background. In this article, we will present four strategies/methods that can be utilized during the formation process. Playing Games The trainer’s role as someone who gives instructions may not engage trainees particularly well, nor may applicants engage well… Read More »Some Methods/Strategies for Formation Process to Work on Roles in the Adult Learning Environments
Learning is a complex, multilevel process and adult trainers have to work all in that level to facilitate the participants through this complexity. It is quite a responsibility, no? According to most of the teaching approaches, the responsibility of the teachers/trainers is transferring the knowledge, skills and competences that they have to the students/learners; not… Read More »Formation Process to Work on Roles in the Adult Learning Environments
The ability to recognize, comprehend, and control our own emotions is referred to as emotional intelligence, and meditation can help with this. Research shows that practicing meditation regularly can increase emotional intelligence by boosting one’s capacity for self-awareness, self-control, and empathy. A sense of openness and curiosity, which are necessary for imagination and creativity, can… Read More »The Effectiveness of Meditation in adult training
An environment that develops respect and high standards, maximises potential and inspires interest and excitement is referred to as a positive learning environment. It is one where both students and staff members feel safe, healthy, and cared for. When you respect participatory teaching and learning and when there is trust and rapport among students as… Read More »Creating a positive learning atmosphere
In a group of people, through constant interactions, changes happen, processes and relations between participants and the trainer take place. The functioning of each group is divided into different phases. The trainer’s tasks vary in each phase of group functioning. Therefore, a good trainer must know each phase in detail and know what mechanisms are… Read More »Group management in the education process
Communication is a key element in conducting the educational process. The way we communicate can either support, hinder, prevent or even reverse the effectiveness of the educational process. This issue is very important because the teaching-learning process is basically impossible without communication between the teacher and the student. Therefore a great deal depends on the… Read More »Effective communication barriers
Cordoba, an important Roman city and major Islamic center in the Middle Ages that was once the capital of the Cordoban Caliphate, was the chosen location for the second transnational meeting of the SESKAT project. Surrounded by a Christmas atmosphere and festive mood, the partners from Romania (IEL), Poland (Fundacja NOVA), Ireland (Eurospeak), Italy (SIDES… Read More »European meeting in the caliphate city of Cordoba
In the opinion of Ryan and Deci, “humans have grown to be curious, active, and deeply social beings, driven by intrinsic tendencies to understand and master both our inner and outer worlds” (Ryan & Deci, 2017). This motto has become the great challenge of educators working with adult learners in recent years, to a greater… Read More »The importance of Intrinsic Motivation in adult learning
Developing emotional intelligence implies developing a cluster of different skills that help us enhance our mental wellbeing on a day-to-day basis. In the SESKAT project we have identified 12 suck skills that can help you raise your EQ (Emotional Quotient). Until we release our full training, here are six simple ways that you can follow… Read More »5 ways to develop your EQ
