I spend great deal of time writing about educational technology and showcasing resources I have created for the k-12 audience.  Mostly because I love digital innovation, so I jump at any excuse to tinker with a new gadget.  Even more than that I love creating new materials with bright colors and peppy text. You can’t take the elementary school teacher out of me even if you tried.  However, a large component of my nine to five job is working with adult learners. Professional development was also the topic of my undergrad research project, and I design a fair amount of professional learning experiences for mature learners. This week I decided to share some of that knowledge as I discuss professional learning. So I took a break from app reviews and learning resources to talk a little about how adult learners can access learning in non-traditional environments. Below you will find a copy of my article for the Yellin Center Blog. Enjoy!

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