Working adult learners perceive content mastery and developing a lifelong habit of learning as the optimal learning goals for AI-powered learning¶

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q2 i? Adult learners emphasized content mastery as a foundational goal of AI-powered learning, tailored to their professional fields. → Jinhee Kim 2025 q2 i? Adult learners emphasized continuous lifelong learning, linked to self-regulation and goal-setting, while some expressed concern about over-reliance on AI hindering independent critical thinking. → Jinhee Kim 2025 (2)

Evidence¶

Jinhee Kim 2025¶

Jinhee Kim, Seongryeong Yu, Rita Detrick, Xi Lin, Na Li. (2025). Designing AI-powered learning: adult learners' expectations for curriculum and human-AI interaction. Education Tech Research Dev. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11423-025-10549-z

q2 · i? · qualitative · r3

Thematic analysis of 48 e-portfolios and interviews with 20 adult learners in a virtual exchange program; the theme appeared in 85% of e-portfolios and 70% of interviews (Table 1). Learners in STEM professions sought "mastery in AI-powered data analysis and programming tools."

"ALs emphasized the importance of achieving content mastery as a foundational goal of AI-powered learning, aligning with the principle that adult education should focus on directly applicable knowledge and skills"

Jinhee Kim 2025 (2)¶

Jinhee Kim, Seongryeong Yu, Rita Detrick, Xi Lin, Na Li. (2025). Designing AI-powered learning: adult learners' expectations for curriculum and human-AI interaction. Education Tech Research Dev. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11423-025-10549-z

q2 · i? · qualitative · r3

Interview theme on lifelong learning habits; participants connected the habit to self-regulation such as "cultivating a learning mindset and monitoring progress" (P10) and mapping routines to evaluate outcomes (P15).

"Participants highlighted that lifelong learning requires intentionality and alignment with personal objectives: "It's about determining what you really want to know and setting goals that align with your personal and professional objectives." (P16)."

Discussion¶

Related Claims¶

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