How Adults LearnSarah HargraveC. Nicholas MorrisDonna Patrick
Learningthe act, process, or experience of gaining knowledge or skills
Memorythe capacity of storing, retrieving, and acting on that knowledge
Young AdultsCollege Age / New MillennialsSarah Hargrave
Ages 18-25
Stage of transformation
Transition into adulthood
“Adulthood is reached when individuals become personally accountable for themselves and accept adult responsibilities” (Lawson, 2008, p. 351).Young Adults Today - 2010Mosaic, Generation Me, Generation Y
Digital environment
Socially different:
Communication is instant
Video games
Structured schedules
Fast pace life
High expectations Desires of the Young AdultWant to belong
Want to be connected
Want to be needed
Want to be respected
Want to be self-directing
Want practical insight and knowledge
Want to share their experiences
Want truthSome bad news...LifeWay research study:  18-34 year olds
falling away from church
finding church irrelevant
“Young adults are nonetheless longing for community and fellowship with peers, looking for ways to reach people in need, and circling the church but not always finding a home in it” (Lawson, 2008, p.348).How Young Adults LearnDiscussion
Hands on experience
Application

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