Skills of Adult Educators

Analytical Thinking

Analyse information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems

Innovation

Use creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems

Active Learning

Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making

Learning / Teaching Strategies

• Select and use training/teaching methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things
• Identify the educational needs of others, develop formal educational or training programs or classes, and teach or instructing others

Critical Thinking

Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Complex Problem-Solving

Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

Leadership

Be willing to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Have an impact on others in the organisation and display energy and leadership

Emotional Intelligence

Be sensitive to others' needs and feelings, be personally connected with others, and be aware of others' reactions and understand why they react as they do

Monitoring

Monitor/assess performance of oneself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action

Team Working

Cooperate with others providing constructive feedback, despite any personal conflict between individuals

Relating with multicultural Groups

Respect cultural differences among groups, be tolerant and avoid cultural, social and religious stereotypes

Communicating (orally and in writing) with others

Talk to others to convey information effectively and communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience

Active Listening

Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times

Using ICT

Retrieve, assess, store, produce, present, and exchange information

Planning, Organising and Developing

Identify and group the work to be performed, define and delegate responsibility and authority, and establish relationships for the purpose of enabling

Acting ethically

Respect the key moral principles, including honesty, fairness, equality, dignity, and individual rights.