Andragogy in Teaching English to Adults

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English
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1st Grade
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Ross Mtz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term "andragogy" specifically refer to?
The teaching of children and adolescents.
The art and science of helping adults learn.
The study of ancient teaching methods.
The development of educational technologies.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RI.K.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.K.6
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key difference between pedagogy and andragogy?
Pedagogy focuses on self-direction, while andragogy emphasizes authoritative teaching.
Andragogy focuses on teaching adults, emphasizing self-direction and prior experience.
Pedagogy and andragogy are identical in approach.
Andragogy only applies to teaching in universities.
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CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RI.K.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.K.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is understanding the "need to know" important in andragogy?
It helps create longer lessons.
It increases motivation by explaining the relevance of learning to adults.
It ensures that students memorize facts efficiently.
It reduces the need for practical applications.
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CCSS.RF.1.3A
CCSS.RF.1.3B
CCSS.RF.1.3C
CCSS.RF.1.3G
CCSS.RF.1.4A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which principle of andragogy highlights the importance of adults' prior experiences?
Motivation
Learners' Experience
Orientation to Learning
Self-Concept
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the best way to ensure that adult learners are engaged and motivated?
Use highly theoretical and abstract concepts.
Make learning relevant to their personal and professional roles.
Rely solely on traditional lecture methods.
Avoid using real-world examples.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What kind of learning orientation do adult learners typically have?
They focus on memorizing lists of vocabulary.
They prefer to learn things they can use immediately in problem-solving situations.
They enjoy theoretical learning without practical application.
They focus mainly on passing exams.
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CCSS.RF.1.3A
CCSS.RF.1.3B
CCSS.RF.1.3G
CCSS.RF.1.4A
CCSS.RF.1.4C
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which strategy best supports self-direction in adult learners?
Assigning strict, teacher-directed tasks.
Allowing students to set their own learning goals and pace.
Providing only one method of learning for all students.
Giving lectures without student participation.
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CCSS.RF.1.3B
CCSS.RF.1.3C
CCSS.RF.1.3D
CCSS.RF.1.3G
CCSS.RF.1.4B
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