Andragogy

Adults learn in their own unique way so it shoud be addressed as so.

Theorists: Eugen Rosenstock-Huessy, *** Malcolm Knowles**

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Overview

  • 4 Principles:
    • Involved in planning & Evaluation of instruction
    • Experience( Mistakes) basis of learning activities
    • Interest to subjects immediately relevant to impact job/personal life
    • Problem-centered vs. topic/subject oriented​​

  • 5 Assumptions:
    • Self-Concept : shift from independent and self-directed ( matures)​
    • Adult Learner Experience: Experience is a resource for learning
    • Readiness to Learn: Learning directs to tasks of social roles
    • Orientation to Learning: postponed application of learning to immediate use
    • Motivation to Learn: intrinsically centered