Rebecca Halpern|Chimene Tucker
Leveraging adult learning theory with online tutorials
University of Southern California|University of Southern California
purpose purpose paper apply adultcentered learning theories online information literacy tutorials designmethodologyapproach conceptual paper examines application adult learning theories online information literacy tutorials application supported examples literature libraries higher education writers experiences designing online tutorials informed adult learning theories findings online learners continue growing population campuses online learners continue older traditional students librarians must prepared design information literacy objects tailored unique learning styles adults building knowles theory andragogy online tutorials informed adultcentered strategies powerful tools engaging adult online learner practical implications article gives useful comprehensive overview adult learning theory applied education library researchers also provides specific example theories implemented online tutorials information literacy toolkit authors created originalityvalue literature applying adult learning theory library environments little addresses asynchronous selfpaced tutorial contribution literature asynchronous learning environments suggests concrete ways incorporate adultcentered approach digital learning objects