Andragogy

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

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

Overview

  • 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