You Can Teach An Old Dog New Tricks: The Psychology of Adult Learning

Malcolm Knowles, the father of modern adult education, introduced the term andragogy into the learning process. Unlike pedagogy, the practice of child learning, adult learning is inherently different for many psychological reason. This book explores the modern practice of adult learning via the psychology of adults versus children in the learning environment. The key differences are listed and strategies for using the principles are explained in detail. An extensive bibliography is included for the trainer or adult educator who wants to further explore this unique and special aspect of education.