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Importance of Pedagogy in Education and Learning

Academia

So educators, do you know what pedagogy is in education and learning and how it can help institutions grow rapidly? Let’s discuss the importance of pedagogy in education and learning. . What is pedagogy in education? Pedagogy in education is a concept of teaching students, whether it is the theory or practice of educating.

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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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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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Pedagogy, Andragogy, And Adult Learning Theory

eLearning Industry

This article covers some key differences between what some new Instructional Designers with a classroom teaching background may be used to and what is needed to effectively train adult learners. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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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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How the 8 Effects of Arts Education Are Changing Online Pedagogy, Part 4

Kadenze

Have you also noticed the same approach is used over and over to teach about ‘learning’? Yet we know that this cannot be true; learning to ‘memorise knowledge’ for example, makes different cognitive demands on trainee teachers than learning how to ‘activate the artistry of others’, a key capability for teaching the arts and design.

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

Learningtogo

As an instructor for ATD’s Adult Learning Certificate , I work with many former teachers wanting to transition from teaching younger students to becoming corporate trainers and instructional designers. As an adult, the sharp distinction some professionals make between andragogy and pedagogy trouble me. by Margie Meacham.

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