Author Question: A nursing student states, I have taken advantage of informal learning experiences. Another student ... (Read 119 times)

londonang · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

A nursing student states, I have taken advantage of informal learning experiences. Another student asks, Could you give me an example? The best example of an informal learning experience is

a. caring for a disabled family member.
b. taking a continuing education course.
c. enrolling in an academic program.
d. attending credit classes at the mall.

Question 2

A student enrolled in a practical/vocational nursing program informs the class that he has a degree in accounting and has lost the position he held for 15 years. This information identifies the student as a

a. discipline-change learner.
b. recycled adult learner
c. traditional learner.
d. reclaimed learner.

Chelseyj.hasty · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Informal learning experiences are those that take place outside a formal educational setting. A person who cares for a disabled family member would gain knowledge and skill in providing personal care.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The recycled adult learner has been out of school for several years and returns as a result of a life transition, such as loss of a job. This learner shares some of the characteristics of both traditional and returning adult learners. However, this adult learner might have technical school or college experience or an undergraduate or graduate degree in a discipline other than nursing. Discipline-change learner is not a recognized learner classification. The traditional adult learner comes to the nursing program directly from high school or another program of study. The reclaimed learner is not a recognized learner classification.