Andragogy Principles and Concepts

Andragogy, developed by Malcolm Knowles, is the art and science of adult learning. It contrasts with pedagogy, which focuses on teaching children. Knowles identified six principles of andragogy: self-concept, experience, readiness to learn, orientation to learning, motivation to learn, and the need to know. These principles emphasize adults' self-directed learning, the value of their life experiences, their readiness to learn when it meets a life need, a problem-oriented approach, internal motivation, and understanding the importance of learning. The video also suggests further reading and critiques of these principles.

What is the main focus of Andragogy?

• Teaching children

• Teaching teenagers

• Teaching infants

• Teaching adults

Who developed the concept of Andragogy?

• John Dewey

• Jean Piaget

• Lev Vygotsky

• Malcolm Knowles

What does the principle of self-concept in Andragogy emphasize?

• Children's reliance on adults

• Adults' responsibility for their own learning

• Teachers' control over learning

• Peer-to-peer learning

According to the principle of experience, what should adult classrooms embrace?

• Lecture-based teaching

• Students' life experiences

• Standardized tests

• Textbook learning

When do adults typically show readiness to learn?

• When they are forced to

• When they identify a need in their lives

• When they are in a classroom

• When they are rewarded

How should lessons for adult learners be structured according to the principle of orientation to learning?

• Around exams

• Around solving problems

• Around different subjects

• Around memorization

What primarily motivates adults to learn?

• External rewards

• Internal factors like curiosity and self-esteem

• Peer pressure

• Parental guidance

Which of the following is a less influential motivator for adult learning according to Knowles?

• Self-esteem

• Curiosity

• Desire to achieve

• Promotions

What do adults need to understand before they engage in learning, according to the need to know principle?

• Why they should learn something

• The number of participants

• The time required

• The difficulty level

What should instructional design for adults include to address the need to know principle?

• An explanation of why the material is important

• A grading rubric

• A list of resources

• A detailed syllabus