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Andragogy vs Pedagogy

Clark Quinn

Asked about why I used the word pedagogy instead of andragogy, I think it’s worth elaborating (since I already had in my reply ;) and sharing. So here’s my analysis of andragogy vs pedagogy. Yes, we do tend to do give kids abstract problems (particularly in math), which is contrary to good learning science.

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Great and small

E-Learning Provocateur

One pertinent example for L&D practitioners is pedagogy (formerly paedagogie ) which derives from the Hellenic words paidos for “child” and agogos for “leader” This etymology underscores our use of the word when we mean the teaching of children. Not necessarily teaching, not necessarily children.

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eLearning Glossary: Definitions for the Most Commonly Used Terms

Association eLearning

Andragogy- Periodically you’ll see this word in blogs on course creation from instructional designers debating the best practices for teaching content and encouraging retention. This word means the methods and practice of teaching adult learners. Pedagogy- The art or practice of teaching.

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Curriculum or pedagogy?

Clark Quinn

So I have argued for a massive project, but using advanced curricula and pedagogy. Then the training could go viral, as just teaching teachers wouldn’t go fast enough. The simple fact is that we need a better curriculum and a better pedagogy. And our pedagogy is aligned to tests, not to learning nor doing.

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The meaning of pedagogy

Learning with e's

Following on from my recent posts on praxis and the meaning of education , here are a few thoughts on pedagogy. We seem to have many views on the nature of pedagogy and how it is conducted. We seem to have many views on the nature of pedagogy and how it is conducted. The word pedagogy has its roots in Ancient Greece.

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How To Design eLearning That Delivers Results With Tim Slade

TechSmith Camtasia

He talked about the importance of having empathy for your students: “ One of the things that makes a good educator or teacher, regardless of how you’re teaching or what you’re teaching, is the ability to empathize with somebody who is brand new at something.”. Understanding the difference between pedagogy and andragogy.

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Maker pedagogy

Learning with e's

More and more teachers are beginning to realise that creating environments and possibilities where students make things is a very powerful pedagogy. Teaching takes a back seat and product based education is sidelined in favour of process based learning. my annotations included) 1. Teachers often believe they should be content experts.

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