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Adult Learning in Veterinary Education: Theory to Practice

Dale, V H M; Sullivan, M; May, S A

Authors

V H M Dale

M Sullivan

S A May



Abstract

This paper argues the case for the Increased application of adult learning principles to veterinary education. It encapsulates evidence from the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, and Australia to explain why it has taken veterinary schools so long to transform their curricula to best facilitate the development of lifelong learning skills, such as Independent and self-directed learning, problem solving, and critical thinking. Despite the variation in training programs In these different regions, the paper identifies common Issues-conflicting educational paradigms and the need for faculty development-and ultimately concludes that professional and continuing education should be viewed as a continuous process, supporting the adult learner's cognitive development and facilitated through experiential learning.

Citation

Dale, V. H. M., Sullivan, M., & May, S. A. Adult Learning in Veterinary Education: Theory to Practice. Journal of Veterinary Medical Education, 35(4), 581-588

Journal Article Type Article
Deposit Date Nov 11, 2014
Journal Journal of Veterinary Medical Education
Print ISSN 0748-321X
Publisher University of Toronto Press
Volume 35
Issue 4
Pages 581-588
Public URL https://rvc-repository.worktribe.com/output/1429002
Additional Information Corporate Creators : Glasgow



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