Andragogy is the theory and practice of educating adults. What are the differences between teaching HE students of different age groups? Do these differences become more prevalent with age, and does this matter? Should we revise our teaching practices to maximise engagement with mature students

Atkinson, R.

Polkinghorne, M.

Roushan, G.

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STEP 1  Understand  the Issues & Dimensions STEP 2  Generate Findings using a Deductive Survey Approach STEP 3 Create a Model to Describe Learning Differences 3-STEP PROCESS FOR ANDRAGOGY RESEARCH   Knowles’ 4 Principles:: 1. Adults need to be involved in the planning and evaluation of their instruction 2. Experience (including mistakes) provides the basis for the learning activities 3. Adults are most interested in learning subjects that have immediate relevance and impact to their job or personal life 4. Adult learning is problem-centred rather than content-oriented Andragogy Research What does the theory expect us to find? What does our own research actually find?  What are the implications for our teaching? How can we improve the educational journey? Andragogy is the theory and practice of educating adults. What are the differences between teaching HE students of different age groups? Do these differences become more prevalent with age, and does this matter?  Should we revise our teaching practices to maximise engagement with mature students? Exploring Andragogy:  Understanding the Implications for Teaching in Higher Education  Dr Roger Atkinson Dr Gelareh Roushan Dr Martyn Polkinghorne Andragogy Research Expected Outcomes:   • Improved student experience • Improved personalisation of teaching • Improved engagement of mature students • Improved effectiveness of teaching practices X-Y Generational Bridge Knowles’ 5 Assumptions:: 1. Self-Concept  (Self-Directed)    2. Adult Learner Experience 3. Readiness to Learn 4. Orientation to Learning 5. Motivation to Learn  ANDRAGOGY References:  Knowles, M., 1990. The adult learner: a neglected species. Houston: Gulf Publishing. Knowles, M., 1984. Andragogy in action: applying modern principles of adult learning. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. 

Exploring Andragogy: Understanding the Implications for Teaching in Higher Education

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Exploring Andragogy: Understanding the Implications for Teaching in Higher Education

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