Illustration Pedagogy for elder learners: Developing a pilot model of transformative illustration learning for older adults in Hong Kong

Illustration Pedagogy is an educational approach using illustration as a central tool for teaching and learning, fostering visual literacy, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary skills. Fauchon and Gannon (2018) highlight its emphasis on creativity and critical engagement, while Hirons and Brown (2019) link it to Transformative Learning Theory, where learners actively construct knowledge (Mezirow, 1997).

This method isn’t limited to young adults; older learners also benefit through improved well-being, mindfulness, and social connection, aligning with the UN’s healthy ageing goals. As an illustrator and educator, the PI explores whether illustrators can facilitate transformative learning for older adults, designing suitable programs with social workers.