MTS Adult Learning Theory & Andragogy 2

Question 1

According to Knowles, which assumption distinguishes andragogy from pedagogy regarding a learner's self-concept?

Accepted Answer

Adults move toward self-direction as they mature

Answer

Knowles identified that as people mature, their self-concept shifts from dependency to increasing self-directedness.

Question 2

In Mezirow's Transformative Learning theory, 'perspective transformation' is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A fundamental shift in one's frame of reference or worldview

Answer

Mezirow's perspective transformation involves a deep restructuring of the assumptions and beliefs through which adults interpret experience.

Question 3

Which learning style descriptor is associated with Kolb's 'Diverging' learner?

Accepted Answer

Strong in imagination and brainstorming, views situations from multiple perspectives

Answer

Kolb's Diverging learners combine concrete experience with reflective observation, making them imaginative and good at generating ideas.

Question 4

A Master Training Specialist notices trainees disengage during lectures. Applying Knowles' andragogical model, the BEST corrective action is to:

Accepted Answer

Incorporate problem-centered activities tied to trainees' real-world roles

Answer

Knowles emphasized that adults are problem-centered learners who engage when content is immediately applicable to their lives and work.

Question 5

Carl Rogers' concept of 'experiential learning' in adult education emphasizes:

Accepted Answer

Significant personal involvement and self-initiated, self-evaluated learning

Answer

Rogers believed meaningful learning engages the whole person and is self-initiated, personally relevant, and evaluated by the learner.

(MTS) Master Training Specialist Practice Test