The Master Adaptive Learner

Course Description: 

This course introduces physical therapy educators to the concept of the Master Adaptive Learner and its application in physical therapy education. Participants will explore theoretical foundations of adaptive learning, characteristics and behaviors of Master Adaptive Learners, strategies for fostering adaptive learning skills in physical therapy students, and the integration of metacognition, self- regulated learning, and reflective practice in curriculum design.

• Format: Asynchronous, on-demand
• Cost: Academy of Education Members $30, Non-members $75
• Earn CEU: .3 (3 contact hours)

Intended Audience:
New physical therapy faculty

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of the Educational Session, attendees will be able to:

1) Differentiate Routine and Adaptive Expertise within the healthcare context
2) Discuss the skills and process for learning that foster development of Adaptive Expertise
3) Compare and contrast practical strategies to help trainees develop Adaptive Expertise
4) Describe the Master Adaptive Learner framework and its impact on adaptive expertise development
5) Design curricular interventions to incorporate Master Adaptive Learner principles and elements