ATD Adult Learning Theory & Andragogy

Question 1

Which theorist popularized the term 'andragogy' to describe the art and science of helping adults learn?

Accepted Answer

Malcolm Knowles

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Benjamin Bloom

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David Kolb

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Jack Mezirow

Question 2

According to Knowles' andragogical model, which assumption states that adults accumulate a growing reservoir of experience that serves as a resource for learning?

Accepted Answer

Experience

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Self-concept

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Readiness to learn

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Orientation to learning

Question 3

In Knowles' framework, the assumption that adult learning is triggered by a developmental transition or social role is called:

Accepted Answer

Readiness to learn

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Orientation to learning

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Motivation to learn

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Self-concept

Question 4

Bloom's Taxonomy of Educational Objectives originally categorized learning into how many domains?

Accepted Answer

Three

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Two

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Four

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Six

Question 5

Which theorist developed the concept of 'transformative learning,' arguing that adults learn by critically examining their underlying assumptions?

Accepted Answer

Jack Mezirow

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Malcolm Knowles

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David Kolb

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Carl Rogers

Question 6

In Keller's ARCS motivational model, what does the 'R' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Relevance

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Recognition

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Reinforcement

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Reflection

Question 7

According to Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory, the learning cycle begins with which stage?

Accepted Answer

Concrete Experience

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Abstract Conceptualization

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Active Experimentation

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Reflective Observation