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Principles of Adult Learning

A Short Presentation 1
OBJECTIVES
At the end of this short presentation, participants
shall:
• Know and understand the principles of
adult learning.

• Become more effective teachers and/or


facilitators.

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INTRODUCTION

Malcolm Knowles
1913-1997
Most adult learning theories have been based on the work of Malcolm Knowles,
a renowned American educator and researcher who made significant
contributions to the field of adult education. He theorized that adult learners have
distinct and unique characteristics.

Andragogy – the science of teaching adults.


Pedagogy – the science of teaching children.

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THE PEDAGOGICAL MODEL

TEACHER CENTERED METHOD


The teacher or speaker is the main source of
information. There is no reciprocal interaction
between the speaker and the audience. 4
THE PEDAGOGICAL MODEL

TEACHER CENTERED METHOD


The teacher or speaker is the main source of
information. There is no reciprocal interaction
between the speaker and the audience. 5
THE ANDRAGOGICAL MODEL

LEARNER-CENTERED.
Adults are actively involved in their learning.

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THE ANDRAGOGICAL MODEL

LIFE EXPERIENCE-BASED.
Adults learn best when they can relate new
information or skills to themselves.
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THE ANDRAGOGICAL MODEL

READY TO LEARN.
Adults are ready to learn when they need to acquire
something that will help them improve their skills,
and ultimately their lives. 8
THE ANDRAGOGICAL MODEL

SELF - DIRECTED.
Adults are self-directed and take responsibility for
their own learning.
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THE ANDRAGOGICAL MODEL

PROBLEM-CENTERED.
Adults are more interested to learn about problems
they face in their daily lives.
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THE ANDRAGOGICAL MODEL

MOTIVATED.
Adults are motivated to learn when they see the
relevance of the learning to their own lives.
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BARRIERS AND MOTIVATION

Unlike children and teenagers, adults have many responsibilities that


they must balance against the demands of learning. Because of these
responsibilities, adults have barriers against participating in learning.
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BARRIERS AND MOTIVATION

• Lack of time.

• Lack of money.

• Lack of confidence or interest.

• Lack of information about


opportunities to learn.

• Scheduling problems.

• Red tape.

• Problems with childcare and


transportation.
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BARRIERS AND MOTIVATION
What motivates adult learners?
Typical motivations include:

• Requirement for competence or


licensing.

• An expected (or realized)


promotion.

• A need to maintain old skills and


learn new ones.

• A need to adapt to job changes.

• A need to adapt to new systems.

• The need to learn in order to


comply with company directives.
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Source:

Disclaimer:

This presentation was put together for the benefit of the INTERVIEW
COMMITTEE of the Fort Worth Independent School District ADULT
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM and not for the infringement of copy right laws.

Greg Consulta
(817)201-3040
[email protected]

November 13, 2024 15

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