Pedagogy-vs-Andragogy.pptx

Training and Development

1. Andragogy vs. Pedagogy INTRODUCTION The word "pedagogue" comes from the Greek language meaning "to lead or guide.“ The term 'pedagogy' involves "teaching or training the young in habits of thinking and acting.“ Andragogy means "leading the elders." It believes that adults are capable of developing new ideas and solving problems. They have the ability to think independently and act creatively. It focuses on helping individuals become more independent and creative thinkers. .

2. Definition of Pedagogy Definition of Andragogy Pedagogy  tends to be used as an umbrella term that refers to the art and science of teaching and learning. In most contexts, we can use the term to refer to teaching children and learning across all ages: and adults. The term ‘ Andragogy ‘ is old, dating back to at least 1833 in Germany, but is most widely known to be connected to Malcolm Knowles , who in the 1970s and 1980s proposed that adult learners have unique needs, requiring a unique approach to adult education ( Blondy , 2007; Knowles, 1984 .

3. Andragogy vs. Pedagogy

4. Conclusion The fact that active training is used in andragogy , the role of the learner increases as opposed to pedagogy which is passive. In conclusion, the role of the learner is greater in andragogy than in pedagogy. This is due to the fact that a learner is perceived to have more experience, knowledge and skills.