1. Characteristics of Adult Learning
Principles
Reported by:
Caballero, Patricia
Masesar, Adie
Monillas, Agatha
Reyes, Gavrielle
Victoria, Domingo
John

2. • Andragogy- adult learning theory of
Malcolm Knowles
• Malcolm Shepherd Knowles (1913 – 1997)
was an American educator well known for
the use of the term Andragogy as
synonymous to the adult education.
Adult Learning Theory

3. is the art and science of adult learning, it
is refers to any form of adult learning.
Andragogy in Greek means the man-
leading in comparison to pedagogy,
which in Greek means child-leading.
Andragogy

4. • Autonomous & self‐directed
―Adult learners prefer to be free to direct
themselves. Actively involve them in the
learning process and serve as a facilitator for
them.
Characteristics of Adult Learner

5. • Life experiences & knowledge
– Learners need to connect learning to their
knowledge and experience base (family
relationships, professional life, and previous
academic experience).
Characteristics of Adult Learner

6. • Goal‐oriented
– learners usually know what goal they want to
attain. Good organization and clearly defined
elements are much appreciated.
• Relevancy‐oriented
– Learners must see a reason for learning something
new. It has to be applicable to their work or other
responsibilities to be of value.
– Allow learners to choose projects that reflect their
own interests.
Characteristics of Adult Learner

7. • Practical
– Learners may not be interested in knowledge for
its own sake. Let them know explicitly how the
lesson will be useful to them on the job.
– Respect
• Acknowledge the wealth of experiences that learners
bring to the classroom. Learners should be treated as
equals in experience and knowledge.
Characteristics of Adult Learner