25 questions
The method and practice of teaching adult learners, also known as adult education.
andragogy
pedagogy
both
neither
What are the core adult learning principles?
leaners need to know and self concept of the learner
prior experience of the learner and readiness to learn
orientation to learning and motivation to learn
all of the above
_______ is the acquisition of knowledge or skills through experience, study or being taught
learning
education
_______ is an activity undertaken or initiated by one or more agents that is designed to effect changes in the knowledge, skill, an attitudes of individuals, groups, or communities.
learning
education
The highest value is experience in adult learning.
true
false
Alexander Kapp was the first known user of andragogy.
true
false
Understanding pedagogy is the key to understanding andragogy.
true
false
What are the definitions of adults? (Click all that apply)
biological
legal
social
psychological
Self-directed learning is defined as a method in which adult learners are motivated to assume personal responsibility and control of their cognitive processes and confirm meaningful learning outcomes.
true
false
Just because an adult is self-directed does not always mean they are autonomous.
true
false
If a student is in stage 1 of learning autonomy then the student is __________ and the teacher is ___________.
dependent; authority/coach
interested; motivator/guide
involved; facilitator
self-directed; consultant/delegator
If a student is in stage 2 of learning autonomy then the student is __________ and the teacher is ___________.
dependent; authority/coach
interested; motivator/guide
involved; facilitator
self-directed; consultant/delegator
If a student is in stage 3 of learning autonomy then the student is __________ and the teacher is ___________.
dependent; authority/coach
interested; motivator/guide
involved; facilitator
self-directed; consultant/delegator
If a student is in stage 4 of learning autonomy then the student is __________ and the teacher is ___________.
dependent; authority/coach
interested; motivator/guide
involved; facilitator
self-directed; consultant/delegator
The pros of Computer based instruction (CBI) are-
provides training and education to remote locations
eliminates daily/regular travel costs
learner flexibility
reduces instructional time
all of the above
Instructional programs of CBI include-
program controlled-program guides the leaner
learner controlled-learner determine the options
adaptive controlled-combination of a program and learner controlled
all of the above
Computer based instruction is a form of self-directed learning since the learners use the program at their own pace and convenience with little to no human contact.
true
false
The main dimensions of self-directedness in CBI include-
motivation to learn
metacognitive skills
locus of control
all of the above
Dialogical learning- learning through a genuine exchange of ideas (dialogue) that seeks to create a better understanding of an issue, topic, or the world in general
true
false
In order to have authentic dialogue you must have both activism and verbalism.
true
false
The elements of authentic dialogue include-
love and humility
faith in humankind and hope
mutual trust and critical thinking
all of the above
dialogical learning contradicts banking style of learning.
true
false
Banking knowledge seeks to impart knowledge or ideas from one person or group to another person or group.
true
false
Banking knowledge-
promotes oppression and objectification
preserves established meaning
encourages passivity
all of the above
Dialogical learning-
promote freedom and humanization
creates new meaning
empowers action
all of the above