CHE CHE Adult Learning Theory & Andragogy 2

Question 1

Which concept best describes an adult learner's internal readiness to learn something because it is needed in a specific life or work situation?

Accepted Answer

Readiness to learn

Answer

Knowles's principle of 'readiness to learn' holds that adults become ready to learn when they need the knowledge to cope with real-life tasks.

Question 2

A CHE educator notices that adult students in a food-safety course resist new handwashing protocols because they conflict with years of kitchen experience. Which adult learning challenge does this illustrate?

Accepted Answer

Confirmation bias from prior experience

Answer

Adults' deep reservoirs of experience can sometimes create confirmation bias, making them resistant to practices that contradict ingrained habits.

Question 3

Experiential learning theory by David Kolb proposes a four-stage cycle. What is the FIRST stage?

Accepted Answer

Concrete experience

Answer

Kolb's cycle begins with a concrete experience—a tangible event or activity—that the learner then reflects on and conceptualizes.

Question 4

In Kolb's learning cycle, which stage involves drawing generalizations and forming theories from observations?

Accepted Answer

Abstract conceptualization

Answer

Abstract conceptualization is the stage where learners form logical conclusions and theoretical frameworks based on their observations.

Question 5

Which instructional strategy BEST aligns with the andragogical principle that adults need to understand why they are learning something before they engage?

Accepted Answer

Opening each lesson by stating explicit learning rationales

Answer

Communicating the 'why' upfront respects adults' need to see purpose and value in learning before committing effort.

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CHE CHE Adult Learning Theory & Andragogy 2