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Pedagogy vs. Andragogy: Where Many Get it Wrong In Their Learning Strategy

eLearningMind

It’s not all Greek to us: When we’re talking about eLearning, the words “pedagogy” and “andragogy” are often thrown around. Both of Greek origin, pedagogy literally translates to paidi (child) and ago (guide). Someone applying pedagogical theory to a classroom full of professionals might find that their efforts read as child’s play.

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Merging Pedagogy & Instructional Game Design

InSync Training

Many organizations have yet to embrace these approaches because there’s a perception that fun doesn’t equate to real learning. In reality, though, when incorporated with traditional instructional design theory, games have huge potential for learners.

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Top 4 Tips For Adult Learning Theory You Need To Know

Roundtable Learning

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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3 Steps to Transition From Teacher to Trainer (and One Word of Caution)

Learningtogo

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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The intersectionality of impression management and organizational learner presence

CLO Magazine

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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How To Design eLearning That Delivers Results With Tim Slade

TechSmith Camtasia

Understanding the difference between pedagogy and andragogy. When creating eLearning for adults, it’s crucial that you understand the difference between pedagogy and andragogy. Pedagogy is the teaching approach used to help children learn whereas andragogy is an adult-focused teaching approach.

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5 Advantages of Custom Elearning Development for In-House Learning Teams

Learnkit

Elearning has been around for a couple decades, and it is only the past few years that organizations have really started to understand the dynamic benefits that custom elearning development can deliver to business results. Many organizations can’t justify the extensive headcount required for elearning development projects.