Contributed by Jost Reischmann
Abstract
This chapter was graciously contributed by Dr. Jost Reischmann, Professor of Andragogy at Bamberg University in Germany. It is based on Reischmann (2004).
Learning objectives
Learners will be able to:
- Describe the historical development of the perception of adult education.
Discussion Questions
Why is the term “adult pedagogy” used more often than “andragogy”?
What is the difference between “adult education” and “education of adults”?
Reflection Questions
20.1 Discuss the idea of many sources of thinking about how adults learn.
20.2 Andragogy as a term: is it important, or are the ideas around adult learning important?