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 * INTRODUCTION **

Self-directed learning is a result of an adult learner wanting to change, tap into a creative outlet or even collaborate on some type of project. There are currently many different learning sources that can be utilized in an online environment. Self-directed learners are persons that want a change or a willingness to adopt change. Many self-directed leaning sources are available in many places, such things as music lessons, workshops, and online tutorials. The foundation is usually designated permitting the adult learner has some interest in such ideals. The learning style they have or things such as their schedule come into play. Most adults gauge the situation before they may put themselves in a situation because of time factors in achieving their goal.


 * WHAT IS ANDROGOGY? **

Andragogy is a learning theory based on teaching adults. This concept is based that adults learn very different from children. It has indeed always been a known fact that adults learn much differently than children because they have different time schedules, different jobs, and generally different needs. The theory Andragogy is a type of theory that was established by Alexander Kapp, and later somewhat commercialized by Malcolm Knowles. This however did not catch on as a fundamental theory until the mid-1970s, it was then that learning theorists took notice of this theory. The six expectations or assumptions are for adults to learn in a meaningful way rather than try and teach them like children. The six assumptions are: reasoning, experience, problem solving, planning, evaluation, relevance and motivation.
 * Quote:** "The philosophy of Andragogy, which was initially suggested by Kapp and developed by Knowles, is based upon five key principles. All of these concepts relate to the fact that adult brains work differently than children's, the assumption that they have experienced more things in life, plus the idea of them having matured as people over a long period of time."


 * ASSUMPTIONS AND/OR CHARACTERISTICS **

Adults want to know the prerequisites before proactively being involved in learning meaning is the goal related to their objective in life. Self-directed learners are adept to plan out a time line, research essential materials, find technology resources, and review to make sure they are meeting the requirements for an assignment. An adult is adept to ask clear thought out questions for additional information they may need to complete any given assignment.


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**Bibliography**

Taylor, K. Marienau. C. & Fidler, M. Developing adult learners. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2000.

Moore, Tough and M.G. "Towards a Theory of Independent Learning." Journal of Higher Education (1973)


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**What is Andragogy?**

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