Trivantis

OCTOBER 30, 2014

The Adult Learning Theory—also known as andragogy—is perfect for this. Malcolm Knowles popularized the concept of andragogy in his book The Modern Practice of Adult Education: From Pedagogy to Andragogy. The post All About Andragogy: Adult Learning Theory appeared first on.

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Learning with e's

OCTOBER 29, 2012

The role of formal education is to enable them to confidently develop these skills, encouraging them to critically evaluate and interpret their own personal reality according to their own personal skills and competencies. Technology, Pedagogy and Education, 17 (3), 183-193. Technology, Pedagogy and Education, 17 (3), 195-205.

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Learning with e's

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

In other words, we enable digital and physical learning spaces in which they can freely explore ideas, argue with each other (and us) over concepts and theories and in so doing, develop their reasoning and thinking skills. In order to develop key critical thinking skills, learners need to be able to argue effectively.

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LearnUpon

JULY 14, 2016

For example, knowledge checks and practice quizzes are two types of assessment that typically don’t require a mastery score. Instead of viewing intelligence as a general ability, the multiple intelligences theory asserts that different learners can excel in different areas. mLearning can occur anywhere at anytime.

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Roundtable Learning

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Andragogy is a learning theory that describes qualities adults prefer in their learning experiences. This article will define adult learning theory, provide four tips to help your organization engage your learners, and explore three examples of it’s application in training. What Is Adult Learning Theory?

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E-Learning Provocateur

AUGUST 9, 2010

The theory. Critics of the theory don’t seem to challenge the existence of learning styles, but rather what the instructor does about them. They maintain that the nature of the knowledge that is to be learned will not necessarily match the style of the learner. Not because I enjoy antagonism – I don’t. The challenge.

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E-Learning Provocateur

APRIL 10, 2012

I don’t mean a programming language (although the theory probably still holds). He or she is in a prime position to provide you with a programmed sequence of knowledge. Skills development. You can learn about a language until the Friesian cows come home, but to acquire the skill you have to actually do it.

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Joitske Hulsebosch eLearning

JANUARY 22, 2015

I read a paper called Perspectives on learning and technology: A review of theoretical perspectives "This paper provides a review of literature pertaining to theoretical references on educational practice and technology from perspectives of learning theories of the 20th and 21st centuries." T witter is not about learning.

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Learning with e's

MARCH 15, 2010

Intuitive teachers generally have a reasonable understanding of the processes of learning and how humans acquire knowledge and skills. Any teacher training course worth its salt has a significant element of learning theory within its programme. But many are theories that were relevant to education in the last century.

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Learningtogo

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Now is a good time to review the differences between andragogy (adult learning) and pedagogy (teaching children) and learn some techniques to offer to those of us making the transition or supporting colleagues who are making the journey. As an adult, the sharp distinction some professionals make between andragogy and pedagogy trouble me.

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Matrix

APRIL 22, 2021

In a series of articles, I will take a closer look at three modern adult learning theories that are not only relevant but highly applicable. The relevance of adult learning theories. Being familiar with these theories will help you build learning strategies, design coherent learning paths courses that make a difference.

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Paradiso

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Practical Hands-On Experience: VR offers the unique advantage of allowing learners to practice skills in a risk-free environment. Instead of just reading about historical events or scientific theories, students get to experience them.

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ID Reflections

JANUARY 21, 2011

I joined the Connectivism and Connective Knowledge (CCK11) MOOC a tad late. Week 1 : Connectivism Week 2 : Patterns Week 3 : Knowledge Week 4 : Unique? The theory of Connectivism fascinates me, and I see its absolute relevance in this age of networked learning. This, I thought, would be a great place to hone these skills.

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Clark Quinn

JUNE 19, 2018

However, nowhere was there the option of ‘a deeper pedagogy’ And that’s a problem. And, again, the big gap is talking about the pedagogy to begin with. Even for so-called theory classes (e.g. That is, we’re not just developing your knowledge of the field, we’re also developing key success skills.

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CLO Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

This article presents organizational learner presence theory as an amalgamation of andragogy, social presence theory, organizational citizenship behavior and impression management. This article presents a new theory of organizational learner presence and purports its applicability to practitioners and academics.

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Learning with e's

NOVEMBER 24, 2011

For me, the worst enemy is bad theory. Bad theory, when accepted without challenge, can lead to bad practice. It's insidious, because bad theory that is accepted as fact without a full understanding of its implications, results in bad teaching, and ultimately, learners will suffer. Worse still, as Barbara Prashnig explains: ".it

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Learning with e's

OCTOBER 31, 2013

My explanation is that praxis is at the nexus - the overlap - between theory and practice. Praxis is the essence of what happens when theory is applied to practice, and can be simplified in this Venn diagram. He argued that the theoretical models we learn, and the skills we acquire as teachers, are inextricably entwined.

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Hurix Digital

APRIL 30, 2025

This iterative process promotes a deeper understanding of the subject matter and the development of crucial decision-making skills and critical thinking abilities. These games incorporate real-world challenges, allowing players to learn or practice skills in a safe and engaging environment.

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Learning with e's

NOVEMBER 25, 2011

Things are changing, and so is the nature of knowledge. No longer is it enough for teachers to transmit knowledge to students - much of it quickly goes out of date. I also challenged Maslow's hierarchy model of motivational needs, and Neil Fleming's VAK modality model of learning approaches.

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Learning with e's

JUNE 6, 2014

This is number 15 in my series on learning theories. I''m working through the alphabet of psychologists and theorists, providing a brief overview of each theory, and how it can be applied in education. In this post, we take a look at an emerging theory of learning proposed by Stewart Hase and Chris Kenyon, known as Heutagogy.

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Raptivity

MARCH 5, 2015

Pedagogy is how you teach children and Andragogy is how you teach adults. Periodical learning is the best type to retain learning, accuracy and acumen of skills. Adult learners appreciate practical knowledge than theory. Immediate relevancy and value can help adult learners enhance their skills.

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Clive on Learning

MARCH 21, 2012

Ernest had strong opinions on just about all matters of pedagogy and good practice and that included the issue of attitudes. It's almost impossible to address issues of knowledge and skill when attitudes are in the way. Unfortunately, the pedagogy of attitude change is much less certain.

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HexaLearn

JANUARY 13, 2025

As we enter the next digital education age, knowledge dissemination, evaluation, and retention are all being redefined through eLearning models 2.0. AI-driven systems analyze learner data to personalize content delivery so that individuals receive tailored resources based on learning pace, preferences, and knowledge gaps.

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SHIFT eLearning

JULY 31, 2014

The term that often comes up is “androgogy,” which Malcolm Knowles coined to describe how adults learn in contrast to “pedagogy” or on how children learn. The fact is, we already know a lot of theories surrounding adult learning. Let them play an educational game. Allow them to download materials in portable, interactive format.

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CourseArc

MARCH 15, 2017

As a general rule, a good question tests the 6-levels of intellectual understanding, as espoused in Bloom’s Taxonomy : Knowledge. To find out, let’s begin by reminding ourselves why we test our students in the first place. The Purpose of a Good Test Question. Comprehension. Application. Evaluation. How Hard Should a Test Be?

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Learning with e's

JANUARY 15, 2012

In his 1968 book Pedagogy of the Oppressed, Paulo Freire wrote 'Education must begin with the solution of the teacher-student contradiction, by reconciling the poles of the contradiction so that both are simultaneously teachers and students.'

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CourseArc

JULY 12, 2017

It’s the functional application of design aspects like color theory, typography, and user experience to the goal of teaching. It’s for instructional designers of any experience level who want to create more engaging materials that help your audience both gain and retain new knowledge and skills. Online Resources.

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Upside Learning

JUNE 26, 2024

Embrace evidence-based practices that cater to diverse learning needs without relying on unproven theories. Episode 10 – Beyond Age: Andragogy vs. Pedagogy in Learning Clark explores adult vs. child learning, emphasizing relevance and minimal information. Episode 14 – Are Courses Really the Answer to Everything?

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Philip's Learning

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

In this blog post, we'll explore who can become an instructional designer and what qualities and skills are essential for success. They use a variety of instructional strategies, technologies, and media to design and develop materials that help people learn and improve their skills.

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Learning Routes

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Fortunately, the new teaching pedagogy has incorporated the pattern of developing skills for living in a knowledge-based, technological society. Defining it in formal terms, it is a teaching methodology in which students learn and acquire skills by designing, developing, and constructing hands-on solutions to a problem.

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Learning with e's

AUGUST 31, 2012

Teacher beliefs about pedagogy are central to the successful integration of new technologies into schools. The extent to which they see technology skills as relevant and valuable directly relates to the extent to which these skills are practised and applied in their work. More on change management in schools next time.

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KnowledgeOne

JUNE 6, 2024

It’s a complex, multi-dimensional and multi-factorial notion that is the subject of a wide variety of theories. Drawing on neuroscientific knowledge, here are a few principles and strategies to help learners stay fully engaged from start to finish. The term “engagement” is often used when talking about learning.

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Learning Pool

APRIL 22, 2021

It is known that organizations spend billions each year on classroom-based training for management and leadership skills. The idea is not only to deliver all the benefits of high-end, classroom-based training but to use technology, backed by insights from learning psychology and sound pedagogy, to extend and enhance training and development.

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eFront

JUNE 8, 2017

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the contextual knowledge definition, so that we can better understand how it can be leveraged in corporate teaching and learning settings. There are a number of contextual learning strategies that you can implement, including Knowledge-based, Skills-based and cognitive approaches.

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Learning with e's

MARCH 20, 2014

Using Google Scholar and our own networks, we identified and invited the “grandest of the grand gurus” who have researched and published in each of these areas and invited them to summarize that issue, identify theories and practices related to that issue and suggest further research.

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KnowledgeOne

MAY 22, 2024

Not only can emotions help or hinder learning, but they are also crucial to the development of “skilled” or “academic” intuitions. Like other forms of learning and interacting, building academic knowledge involves integrating emotion and cognition in a social context.

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CrossKnowledge

JANUARY 6, 2022

CrossKnowledge has analyzed the results of 1,729 satisfaction surveys carried out at the end of 42 blended courses developed by its clients on various themes, including themes (soft and hard skills, management, processes, and cybersecurity. Some prefer theory, overview or details, others action or discussion, reflection or experimentation.

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