GEMMA: Adult Learning Theories in Healthcare Education

What is the primary focus of adult learning theories in healthcare professional education?

• Understanding differences between learners

• Providing a quick summary of key theories

• Enhancing student learning experiences

• Developing teaching strategies for children

What is the importance of Knowles' ideas in adult learning?

• They focus on child development

• They emphasize the need for rote learning

• They guide the development of teaching strategies for adults

• They are outdated and no longer relevant

What is the PRISMA flow chart used for in the document?

• To illustrate the number of eligible articles and the process of selection

• To show the results of a survey

• To display the outcomes of an experiment

• To present a timeline of events

What was excluded from the review according to the document?

• Books and articles

• Editorials, letters, opinion articles, commentaries, essays, and preliminary notes

• Research papers and theses

• Journal articles and reviews

What was the time frame for the publications included in the study?

• January 1999 to October 2016

• January 2000 to December 2015

• January 1995 to December 2010

• January 2005 to October 2020

What method was used to ensure comprehensiveness of the search?

• Only using one database

• Manual search and contacting authors for further recommendations

• Relying solely on automated alerts

• Excluding all non-English publications

What is the role of educators in the behaviorist paradigm?

• Facilitators of self-directed learning

• Controllers of the learning environment

• Guides for social interaction

• Supporters of cognitive development

What does the constructivist view of learning emphasize?

• Accumulation of explicit knowledge

• Construction of new knowledge on existing knowledge

• Behavior modeling and task performance

• Self-directed and personalized learning

What are the fundamental components of social learning theories?

• Observation and modeling

• Motivation and reflection

• Self-evaluation and feedback

• Knowledge and skills

What is the purpose of the systematic review conducted in 2015?

• To analyze healthcare costs

• To evaluate teaching methods in higher education nursing

• To study patient satisfaction

• To assess technological tools in education