CPI CPI Adult Learning Theory & Andragogy

Question 1

What term did Malcolm Knowles coin to describe the art and science of teaching adults?

Accepted Answer

Andragogy

Answer

Malcolm Knowles coined the term 'andragogy' to distinguish adult learning from pedagogy, which refers to teaching children.

Question 2

According to Knowles, adults are primarily motivated to learn when the content is what?

Accepted Answer

Relevant to their real-life needs and problems

Answer

Knowles emphasized that adults are internally motivated and learn best when content is immediately applicable to their personal or professional lives.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of Knowles' core assumptions about adult learners?

Accepted Answer

Adults are dependent on the teacher for structure

Answer

One of Knowles' key assumptions is that adults are self-directed learners, not dependent on instructors for structure.

Question 4

In adult learning theory, 'readiness to learn' for adults is primarily linked to what?

Accepted Answer

Their developmental tasks and social roles

Answer

Adult readiness to learn is driven by the need to apply information to cope with real-life situations and social responsibilities.

Question 5

Which learning theory emphasizes that adults learn most effectively through reflection on concrete experiences?

Accepted Answer

Experiential Learning Theory (Kolb)

Answer

David Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory proposes that learning occurs through a cycle of concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation.

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CPI CPI Adult Learning Theory & Andragogy