Abstract
The theory of andragogy was developed long before the notion of learning styles became popular. In fact, the andragogy in practice model illustrates phenomena of adult learning styles and the orientation to learning principle highlights this dimension. Self-assessments are not easy for anyone to make accurately. This inventory is designed to be used in a variety of settings; therefore, the words facilitator and trainer may be used interchangeably, as well as learning and training. Both words are included in the inventory and denoted with a slash. The personal style inventory is a learning instrument designed to help a person assess the assumptions that underlie the teaching/training activities. These assumptions may be useful or not useful, depending on the particular learner and the particular learning situation. Teaching/learning assumptions may be categorized as pedagogically oriented or andragogically oriented. The pedagogical model is the one with which all people have had the most experience.
Learning objectives
Learners will be able to:
- Identify their personal adult learning style and implications for practice.
Personal Adult Learning Style Inventory
Take the personal adult learning style inventory and reflect on the results. In pairs, discuss your results with a peer. Were they surprising? How do you think that your orientation to learning shapes your work?
You can download the Personal Adult Learning Style Inventory here: